Tempers boil over as Jude Bellingham inspires Real Madrid to victory in El Clasico

Many great players never get to score the winning goal in El Clasico. Jude Bellingham has already done it three times - twice in his first season at Madrid, 2023-24, and once again today. Bellingham scored on the stroke of half-time after earlier goals from Vinicius Junior and Robert Lewandowski had set up a pulsating encounter at the Bernabéu.

The England midfielder's strike came just before the break, capitalizing on a defensive error from Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen. His clinical finish sent the home crowd into euphoria and silenced the traveling supporters.

Tempers flared throughout the match, culminating in a mass confrontation between players after the final whistle. Both sets of players had to be separated by security personnel as emotions ran high following this fiercely contested fixture.

"It's always special to score in El Clasico, but to do it three times in my first season is something I'll never forget," Bellingham said in a post-match interview. "The fans deserve this victory after supporting us all the way."

Real Madrid now sits top of La Liga standings, while Barcelona faces mounting pressure as their rivals extend their lead. The victory marks another chapter in this historic rivalry that continues to captivate football fans worldwide.