Ekhbary News Agency | May 12, 2026
Madrid — In a dramatic turn of events at the Spotify Camp Nou, Real Madrid found themselves trailing Barcelona by two goals to nil just 18 minutes into the highly anticipated El Clásico. Goals from Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres put the Catalan side firmly in control early on.
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Following Ferran Torres' decisive second goal, the Real Madrid players exhibited clear signs of dejection. Some appeared visibly disheartened, while others attempted to rally their teammates, underscoring the challenging situation the team faced against a dominant Barcelona.
A Uphill Battle in El Clásico
El Clásico matches are typically fiercely contested, but Barcelona's swift two-goal advantage placed the Real Madrid squad in a precarious position. Such an early deficit can significantly impact team morale, making a comeback considerably more difficult as the game progresses.
