Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 on Sunday night to give Jose Mourinho his first El Clasico victory since returning for his second spell as the club’s manager.
Kylian Mbappe scored twice for Madrid, including an 87th-minute winner, to secure all three points after Barcelona fought back to level the score.
Madrid took the lead when the ball deflected into the net off Mbappe. Barcelona responded in the 61st minute through Raphinha, who restored parity before Mbappe struck late to seal the victory.
Madrid entered the match at Camp Nou knowing that a defeat would deal a significant blow to their LaLiga title hopes.
Despite the loss, Barcelona remain top of the league table with 27 points, while Madrid sit third with 24 points.
The defeat was Barcelona’s first in the league this season.
