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3 keys to victory for Real Madrid as they gear up to face Barcelona

Real Madrid beating Barcelona this weekend will be tough, but not impossible, if they follow these three keys to victory…

By Maximus Polek · The Real Champs

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 8:00 AM

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The writer outlines three tactical keys for Real Madrid to defeat Barcelona in the season's first El Clasico.
The writer argues Real Madrid must prioritize neutralizing Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal using defender Marc Cucurella.
Kylian Mbappe and Yan Diomande are highlighted as crucial weapons to beat Hansi Flick's high defensive line.

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Writer Maximus Polek outlines three strategic priorities for Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid ahead of their El Clasico match against Barcelona at Camp Nou. Real Madrid enters the rivalry matchup following consecutive 4-1 victories over Sevilla and RB Leipzig, while Hansi Flick's Barcelona recently suffered a 4-2 defeat against PSG.

Polek argues that Madrid must neutralize Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal using Marc Cucurella and Yan Diomande's defensive work rate. Additionally, the writer highlights the need for Kylian Mbappe to exploit Barcelona's high defensive line and calls for a complete team-wide defensive performance orchestrated by Mourinho.

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