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Self-sabotage at Camp Nou: How defensive blunders cost Barcelona against an ordinary Real Madrid

Barcelona suffered their first La Liga loss as defensive mistakes from Gerard Martín, Gabriel Jesus, and Pau Cubarsí gifted Kylian Mbappé a 2-1 Clásico win.

By Parag J Kalita · Everything Barca

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 8:43 AM

Key Things to Know

Barcelona lost 2-1 to Real Madrid at the Camp Nou following critical defensive errors.
Kylian Mbappe scored both goals for Real Madrid, including an 87th-minute winner.
Raphinha scored the lone equalizer for Barcelona in the 61st minute off a Pedri assist.

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FC Barcelona suffered a 2-1 defeat against Real Madrid in El Clasico at the Camp Nou, ending their nine-game league run. Despite dominating with 63% possession, Barcelona conceded twice due to critical defensive mistakes, allowing Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe to score a decisive brace.

Gerard Martin's botched clearance in the 41st minute gave Real Madrid an initial lead past Joan Garcia before Raphinha equalized in the 61st minute. A late turnover by substitute Gabriel Jesus and fatigue from Pau Cubarsi enabled Mbappe to net an 87th-minute winner.

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