FC Barcelona returns to the Camp Nou and beats Real Madrid 2-1

March 20, 2023

Barcelona's victory in the classic against Real Madrid could define the League title

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The Classic promised excitement until the final whistle and did not disappoint. Franck Kessié scored an emotional goal in the 92nd minute that gave FC Barcelona the victory by 2-1 over Real Madrid after a brilliant assist from Alejandro Baldé, who he received the ball after a goal by Robert Lewandowski.

With this victory over their archrivals, FC Barcelona is slowly moving forward towards the La Liga title and is 12 points ahead of the second classified, Carlo Ancelotti.

Real Madrid went ahead in the 9th minute after an own goal from Ronald Araújo after a shot by Vinicius Jr.

Subsequently, FC Barcelona drew with one of the youth players, Sergi Roberto, who masterfully executed a second ball before the end of the Part One.

Real Madrid persisted and almost extended their lead, but a goal from Marco Asensio was overturned after a VAR review ruled he was offside.

At the end of the regulation 90 minutes, the referee ordered a timeout. of 5 minutes, and in that interval of time came the collective madness unleashed by Kessié.

Barça coach Xavi has downplayed the idea that his team Be the favorite to win Sunday's match.

"They are strong. Very strong lately," Xavi said on Barca's website. "Physically they are much better than in January. I'm sure they'll put our defense under pressure."

"This Madrid is European champion and comfortably won the last league. It will be a Very close match and I say we have a 50% chance."

A win for Barca would open a 12-point lead in the half top of the table, which would make the La Liga title a high probability.

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