Barcelona v Real Madrid LIVE: Rashford stunner helps Barca seal La Liga title with El Clasico win

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Barcelona seal La Liga title in style with El Clasico win over Real Madrid

What is going on at Real Madrid? Dressing room fights and tension between stars before El Clasico

Real Madrid hand Aurelien Tchouameni and Fede Valverde hefty fine after training ground bust-up

Barcelona v Real Madrid LIVE: Latest score and El Clasico updates

  • Barcelona beat Real Madrid 2-0 in El Clasico to seal La Liga title
  • Win takes Barcelona 14 points ahead of Los Blancos with three games to go
  • Defeat adds more pressure to Real Madrid after week of turmoil
  • 18' GOAL! Torres doubles lead after team move [BAR 2-0 RMA]
  • 9' GOAL! Stunning Rashford free-kick gives hosts lead [BAR 1-0 RMA]

What is going on at Real Madrid? Dressing room fights and tension between stars before El Clasico

Monday 11 May 2026 00:00 , Jamie Braidwood

Training ground bust-ups, allegations of fights in the dressing room, and a player in hospital requiring stitches for a cut to the head.

It’s never quiet at Real Madrid, but even by their standards, the Spanish giants and their multitude of stars are in a full-blown crisis just days before the Clasico.

A growing sense of inharmony exploded into chaos on Thursday night, following reports of a fight between teammates Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde.

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What is going on at Real Madrid? Fights and tension between stars before El Clasico

Best wishes to Hansi Flick

Sunday 10 May 2026 23:30 , Chris Wilson

We must send our condolences to Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, who lost his father this weekend.

"FC Barcelona and the entire Blaugrana family wish to send all our love to Hansi Flick after the passing of his father,” the Catalan club posted on X before yesterday’s game. “We share in your sorrow and our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

Real Madrid said: “Real Madrid CF, its president and its Board of Directors deeply regret the passing of the father of Hansi Flick, FC Barcelona coach.

“Real Madrid wishes to express its condolences and affection to his family and all his loved ones. Rest in peace.”

Who will be the next Real Madrid manager?

Sunday 10 May 2026 23:00 , Chris Wilson

It has been suggested that Jose Mourinho is the top target for Real Madrid, though the Benfica boss denied last night that he had been contacted about a second stint at the Bernabeu – yet...

“I haven’t had any contact with either the president or any of the key figures in the organisation,” Mourinho said. “I don’t speak to anyone, I haven’t had any contact with Real Madrid, and I won’t have any until the last league match against Estoril.”

Benfica are in a fascinating place, it should be said. They’ve not lost in the Primeira Liga this season but are battling for second spot, with 10 draws too many to keep pace with title-winners Porto. Braga on Monday will be a big test.

Benfica coach Jose Mourinho was criticised for his comments after the first leg (Mike Egerton/PA) (PA Wire)

Barcelona 'have been fantastic this season'

Sunday 10 May 2026 22:30 , Chris Wilson

“It's all about the fast start. You never know how it's going to play out, it's Barcelona,” said former Wimbledon striker Terry Gibson on Premier Sports at full-time.

“Will they come out and approach the game you want them to? They flew out the traps and they were electric in the opening 30 minutes. Real Madrid do fight back but Barcelona couldn't have asked for a better start and end to the game.

“Barca are on 11 straight wins now, they have been fantastic this season. I can't speak highly enough of the way they play, it's what Flick will have wanted.

 (AP)

Barcelona seal La Liga title in style with El Clasico win over Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 22:26 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Marcus Rashford scored a brilliant free-kick as Barcelona clinched back-to-back La Liga titles with a 2-0 win over arch-rivals Real Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou.

Both goals came in the opening 18 minutes as Rashford’s stunning curling effort in the ninth minute was quickly followed by a second from Ferran Torres.

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Barcelona seal La Liga title in style with El Clasico win over Real Madrid

BARCELONA ARE LA LIGA CHAMPIONS!

Sunday 10 May 2026 22:20 , Chris Wilson

The Camp Nou is still nearly full as Barcelona lift the La Liga trophy!

 (AP) (Getty) (Getty)

Flick: 'I will never forget this day'

Sunday 10 May 2026 22:16 , Chris Wilson

There’s a brief chat with Hansi Flick on Premier Sports, and the German is understandably emotional.

“I will never forget this day. It was a tough day for me. My team was fantastic , I really love it, it’s like a family,” he said.

“It was not easy, Real is a fantastic team, but we played really good, we made goals in the right moment and we defended really well,” he added.

BARCELONA ARE LA LIGA CHAMPIONS!

Sunday 10 May 2026 22:13 , Chris Wilson

Some more photos of the celebrations around the Camp Nou!

 (AP) (AP) (AP)

La Liga points record to come?

Sunday 10 May 2026 22:06 , Chris Wilson

Barcelona could still equal the record number of points won in a La Liga season, which is 100.

The Blaugrana are one of two sides to earn 100 points in a single season in Spain, doing so in 2012/13, with Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid the other team (having done so the year before!)

Hansi Flick’s side currently sit on 91 points with three games to remaining.

BARCELONA ARE LA LIGA CHAMPIONS!

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:59 , Chris Wilson

 (Getty) (Reuters) (Getty)

FULL-TIME! Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:56 , Chris Wilson

BARCELONA ARE LA LIGA CHAMPIONS!

The referee brings the game to an end and Barcelona have sealed the La Liga title in a historic El Clasico!

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:55 , Chris Wilson

89 mins

The hosts are happy to let the clock run down at the moment and they’re doing it with ease, though they’ll be a little disappointed not to have done better with a couple of openings.

The La Liga title is staying in Barcelona though, so they won’t care!

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:53 , Chris Wilson

86 mins

Here comes the party! The atmosphere has finally perked up at the Camp Nou as we tick towards 90 minutes.

 (Reuters)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:50 , Chris Wilson

84 mins

CLOSE! A great chance for the hosts as the ball is clipped forward and de Jong beats the offside trap to get in behind the defence.

He cuts back anf picks out Lewandowski in support, and rather than pass the Polish striker fires a low effort that Courtois tips wide.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:48 , Chris Wilson

81 mins

Yellow cards for both Raphinha and Alexander-Arnold after a little clash off the ball.

Moments later, the Brazilian races into the box but can only fire his shot too close to Courtois.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:47 , Chris Wilson

79 mins

Good running initially from Cancelo but the chance goes begging as Lopez’s pass is off-target.

A strange atmosphere in the Camp Nou at the moment. You wouldn’t think they’re 10 minutes away from winning the title against their biggest rivals.

 (AP)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:43 , Chris Wilson

77 mins

Almost a golden chance for the hosts as Raphinha takes a heavy touch and almost goes clean through from halfway, but Garcia has the pace to make a vital interception.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:42 , Chris Wilson

76 mins

More changes for Barcelona as Ferran and Gavi come off for Robert Lewandowski and Marc Bernal.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:40 , Chris Wilson

74 mins

Tchouameni escapes his marker at the near post to glance a header towards goal, but luckily for the hosts Raphinha was close enough to deflect it behind.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:37 , Chris Wilson

71 mins

The visitors have had their moments in the second half but it’s definitwly Barcelona who look more likely to score at the moment.

There were a few tense moments earlier but the Camp Nou has relaxed a little as we enter the last 20 minutes or so.

 (AP)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:36 , Chris Wilson

70 mins

A first change for Madrid now as Thiago Pitarch comes on for Camavinga.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:33 , Chris Wilson

67 mins

A little flurry from Barcelona now as Lopez sees his shot blocked at the last before the hosts win a corner.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:29 , Chris Wilson

64 mins

Two subs for Barcelona as Frenkie de Jong and Raphinha come on for Rashford and Olmo.

DISALLOWED GOAL! Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:29 , Chris Wilson

62 mins

The ball comes in from the left and it falls at the feet of Bellingham, who’s unmarked and manages to bring it down and tap past Garcia.

However, he had strayed offside in the build-up.

 (Reuters)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:27 , Chris Wilson

59 mins

Not a lot happening at the moment as the hosts edge towards the La Liga title.

Madrid don’t exactly look like they believe they’ll come back either, as Alexander-Arnold’s free-kick escapes his teammates before Vini Jr wins a corner.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:22 , Chris Wilson

55 mins

Bellingham is now given a yellow card for not re-entering the pitch properly!

At the other end, Courtois produces another great save as Ferran gets clear in the box and wins a corner.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:20 , Chris Wilson

54 mins

There’s a break in play for a few minutes as Bellingham is down in the box after being caught by a trailing elbow. He’s okay to carry on though.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:17 , Chris Wilson

50 mins

A lot of pushing and shoving now after Asencio is booked for kicking the ball away. Making something out of nothing there!

There’s a yellow card for Olmo too.

 (Getty)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:14 , Chris Wilson

48 mins

The hosts are applying more early pressure and this time they work it wide to Lopez, who squeezes in a shot that forces an uncomfortable save from Courtois after a little deflection.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:12 , Chris Wilson

47 mins

The first half-chance of the half falls to the hosts, as Rashford feeds the overlapping Garcia and his cross is collected by Courtois.

KICK-OFF! Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:10 , Chris Wilson

We’re back underway in Barcelona! A huge 45 minutes in store.

HALF-TIME! Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:06 , Chris Wilson

So Barcelona are just 45 minutes away from securing the La Liga title against their biggest rivals.

A superb flurry early on has put them in a great position but they can still look vulnerable at times, and Hansi Flick’s side will know it’s not wrapped up yet.

Nevertheless, they’ve looked very dangerous themselves too, and they’ll be hopeful of adding more as they look to cap off a historic night at the Camp Nou.

We’ll be back underway soon.

HALF-TIME! Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:04 , Chris Wilson

 (AP) (Reuters) (AP)

WATCH: Ferran doubles Barcelona lead

Sunday 10 May 2026 21:00 , Chris Wilson

And here’s Barcelona’s second, courtesy of Ferran Torres!

WATCH: Rashford stunner gives Barcelona the lead

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:58 , Chris Wilson

In case you haven’t seen it, here’s a replay of Marcus Rashford’s superb opener!

HALF-TIME! Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:54 , Chris Wilson

The referee brings the first half to an end and Barcelona have taken a huge step towards the La Liga title!

Two superb goals from the hosts early on and they have the advantage ahead of a pivotal second half.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:52 , Chris Wilson

45 +2 mins

There are quite a few players walking at the moment as we tick towards the break! All the tempo ha left the game for now as Olmo drives into the Madrid half but opts to turn backwards.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:51 , Chris Wilson

45 +1 mins

Into the first of three minutes of added tie at the Camp Nou.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:48 , Chris Wilson

43 mins

Madrid go on the attack as they look to get a potentially vital goal before the second half, but the chance ends with Fran Garcia scuffing his effort from Vini Jr.’s cutback in the box.

 (AP)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:45 , Chris Wilson

40 mins

Half a chance from the corner for Olmo as the ball drops to him near the penalty spot, but he’s closed down and ends up scuffing a half-volley wide.

Now there’s a break in play as Olmo is down and receiving treatment after being caught by Camavinga.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:44 , Chris Wilson

38 mins

CLOSE!

It’s been more stop-start over the last 10 minutes or so, but it should be 3-0!

It’s so easy for the hosts, as the through ball from Garcia finds Rashford and he has the pace to beat his marker.

He’s onside as he started in his own half and he races clear and into the box, but the angle is against him and Courtois gets a huge hand to it to divert the shot wide of the far post.

 (AP)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:40 , Chris Wilson

34 mins

Madrid have had more of the ball in the last few minutes but again it’s been a little disjointed in attack, and they haven’t managed to create anything with it.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:37 , Chris Wilson

31 mins

Madrid had those chances shortly after scoring but it’s the hosts who are looking more dangerous now, though VIni Jr lays off a shot for Tchouameni that the Frenchman side-foots wide.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:35 , Chris Wilson

28 mins

The shouts of ‘ole’ are coming out already and the hosts almost has a third, as Olmo escapes down the right and fizzes in a cross that narrowly escapes Lopez. The Spaniard had strayed offside anyway.

 (AP)

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:31 , Chris Wilson

25 mins

Rashford receives the ball on the right and tries to catch out Courtois with a low shot from a crossing position, but the Belgian is equal to it.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:29 , Chris Wilson

24 mins

Another simmilar chance right away, as Bellingham gets free down the left and looks to pick out Vini Jr. on the opposite wing, but Garcia does well to slide in and intercept.

Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:27 , Chris Wilson

22 mins

Oh what a chance!It’s so simple from Real and they should be back in it.

A ballover the top catches out the Barcelona high line and Gonzalo takes it in his stride as he burst into the box.

He looks certain to roll it past Garcia but his effort dribbles into the side-netting!

GOAL! Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid (Ferran, 18')

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:24 , Chris Wilson

18 mins

GOAL! What a goal this is too!

So inventive from the hosts, as Lopez clips a diagonal ball into the path of Olmo, who’d made the run into the box.

He clips a lovely first-time backheel into the path of Ferran Torres, who simply has to blast the effort into the far corner for 2-0!

 (Reuters)

Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:23 , Chris Wilson

18 mins

Barcelona are certainly in control at the moment, and Madrid can’t seem to fashion anything in the final third!

Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:20 , Chris Wilson

15 mins

It’s a little stop-start at the moment, with Lopez nearly getting free down the left before the touch lets him down. There have been a few cynical fouls in and around the middle of the park.

Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:17 , Chris Wilson

12 mins

Madrid are a little shellshocked and they’re looking to get back into it straight away.

A corner comes in and Tchouameni connects with the header but it drifts over.

GOAL! Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid (Rashford, 9')

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:15 , Chris Wilson

9 mins

GOAL! Oh my word, what a free-kick this is!

Marcus Rashford steps up and blasts the free-kick into the far corner, giving Courtois no chance!

Everyone thought he’d try and go over the wall into the near corner, but he stepped up and wrapped his foot around it to bend it around the wall and into the far corner!

A lovely free-kick.

 (Reuters)

Barcelona 0-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:13 , Chris Wilson

7 mins

Rashford is looking lively so far and he does well to intercept and escape Rudiger, but Asencio gets across well to cover.

Moments later, Barcelona win a free-kick right on the edge of the area...

Barcelona 0-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:10 , Chris Wilson

5 mins

The first real chance of the day goes to Barcelona, as Fermin Lopez is sent free down the left. He looks up and tries to pick out Rashford on the opposite wing, but Fran Garcia does well to intercept and stop the shot.

Barcelona 0-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:08 , Chris Wilson

3 mins

And now Marcus Rashford’s first involvement sees the England winger clip a cross out of play. Both sides are still feeling their way into it.

Barcelona 0-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:07 , Chris Wilson

2 mins

A marauding run from Diaz leads to the striker laying it off to Vini Jr. but the Madrid captain hits a tame effort at Garcia.

Barcelona 0-0 Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 20:04 , Chris Wilson

We’re underway in the final El Clasico of 2025/26! Will the title be won this evening in Barcelona?

A bit of team news to bring you as Raul Asencio has come into the Madrid line-up in place of Dean Huijsen.

Barcelona v Real Madrid LIVE

Sunday 10 May 2026 19:57 , Chris Wilson

Here we go then! Minutes away from a potentially historic El Clasico as the La Liga season reaches its climax.

What is going on at Real Madrid? Dressing room fights and tension between stars before El Clasico

Sunday 10 May 2026 19:50 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Ahead of kick off, there’s just about time to read Jamie Braidwood’s deep dive into what, on earth, is going on at Real Madrid.

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What is going on at Real Madrid? Fights and tension between stars before El Clasico

A battle of international teammates?

Sunday 10 May 2026 19:40 , Harry Latham-Coyle

It remains to be seen if both of Marcus Rashford and Trent Alexander-Arnold travel with England to the World Cup this summer, but the pair are long-time international teammates and their battle could be fun this evening. You’d think Rashford will fancy his chances of getting in the channel behind the Real Madrid right-back.

Trent Alexander-Arnold and Marcus Rashford have been regular colleagues for England (Getty)

What happened earlier this season?

Sunday 10 May 2026 19:30 , Harry Latham-Coyle

The reverse league fixture between these two was filled with drama: two red cards were shown after the 90-minute mark as Real Madrid emerged 2-1 winners.

Their Supercopa final meeting was pretty tasty, too, and led to the departure of Xabi Alonso.

How the table looks

Sunday 10 May 2026 19:22 , Chris Wilson

Barcelona lead their rivals by 11 points going into the final games of the season, with the Blaugrana sitting top on 88 points after last week’s win against Osasuna.

Madrid have struggled in recent weeks with the draws to Betis and Girona, and they sit in second, eight points above Villarreal in third.

1 – Barcelona - 88 pts, GD +58

2 – Real Madrid - 77 pts, GD +39

3 – Atletico Madrid - 69 pts, GD+25

Rashford to land first major honour?

Sunday 10 May 2026 19:16 , Chris Wilson

On-loan winger Marcus Rashford might have won the FA Cup, League Cup and Europa League title during his time at Manchester United, but the England international has a chance to win his first league title this season if he can help Barcelona win La Liga.

The 28-year-old has scored 13 goals and registered 14 assists during his time at the Camp Nou this term, though reports suggest Barcelona might not be able to afford to sign him permanently this summer.

Recent reports suggest the Blaugrana might try and negotiate another loan for Rashford next season, while others claim they simply want Man Utd to lower their asking price, which is thought to be around €30m.

Gordon could potentially replace his England teammate Marcus Rashford at Barcelona (Getty)

Who will be the next Real Madrid manager?

Sunday 10 May 2026 19:10 , Harry Latham-Coyle

It has been suggested that Jose Mourinho is the top target for Real Madrid, though the Benfica boss denied last night that he had been contacted about a second stint at the Bernabeu – yet...

“I haven’t had any contact with either the president or any of the key figures in the organisation,” Mourinho said. “I don’t speak to anyone, I haven’t had any contact with Real Madrid, and I won’t have any until the last league match against Estoril.”

Benfica are in a fascinating place, it should be said. They’ve not lost in the Primeira Liga this season but are battling for second spot, with 10 draws too many to keep pace with title-winners Porto. Braga on Monday will be a big test.

Could Jose Mourinho return to Real Madrid? (PA Wire)

Team news - Barcelona

Sunday 10 May 2026 18:57 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Robert Lewandowski is only on the bench for Barcelona as Marcus Rashford starts

Barcelona XI: J. Garcia; E. Garcia, Curbasi, Martin, Cancelo; Pedri, Gavi; Torres, Olmo, Fermin; Rashford.

Team news - Real Madrid

Sunday 10 May 2026 18:55 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Vinicius Jr leads Real Madrid from the left of the forward line.

Real Madrid XI: Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Rudiger, Huijsen, Garcia; Camavinga, Tchouameni, Bellingham; Brahim Diaz, Gonzalo, Vinicius Jr.

England manager is ‘the impossible job’ – but is it the dream role for a German?

Sunday 10 May 2026 18:45 , Harry Latham-Coyle

The World Cup, of course, is looming ever larger into view. Have you got your ears around Copa Independent, our NEW football podcast, yet? No? Why not? In the latest episode, Miguel Delaney, Lawrence Ostlere and Kieran Jackson dig into why being England manager is just so hard...

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England manager is ‘the impossible job’ – but is it the dream role for a German?

Arsenal v PSG is a battle of contrasts, with a much deeper significance

Sunday 10 May 2026 18:35 , Harry Latham-Coyle

We’ll get back to the build-up to tonight’s Clasico in a moment, but it’s been a big week in Europe. Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain will meet in a Champions League final of contrasts, as Miguel Delaney explains.

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Arsenal v PSG is a battle of contrasts, with a much deeper significance

Hansi Flick insists Barcelona are focused on themselves

Sunday 10 May 2026 18:22 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Speaking on Friday, Hansi Flick insisted that Barcelona will not be preoccupied with matters in the opposition camp and must focus on their own game.

“The only thing we have to focus on is our own display,” he said. “We’ve had a fantastic season as a team. We want to play our game, with our style and as a team.“It’s important for the supporters, for the players and also for us, the staff. We want to win the title, the second in a row. Nothing else matters. We’re fully focused on that.”

 (Reuters)

Best wishes to Hansi Flick

Sunday 10 May 2026 18:05 , Harry Latham-Coyle

We must send our condolences to Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, who lost his father this weekend.

"FC Barcelona and the entire blaugrana family wish to send all our love to Hansi Flick after the passing of his father,” the Catalan club posted on X. “We share in your sorrow and our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

Real Madrid said: “Real Madrid CF, its president and its Board of Directors deeply regret the passing of the father of Hansi Flick, FC Barcelona coach.

“Real Madrid wishes to express its condolences and affection to his family and all his loved ones. Rest in peace.”

Kylian Mbappe hits back at critics over injury recovery ahead of El Clasico

Sunday 10 May 2026 17:47 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Kylian Mbappe, meanwhile, is the subject of significant ire from Real Madrid supporters, who feel he isn’t exactly rushing back from a hamstring injury with the World Cup around the corner. The France forward insists otherwise:

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Kylian Mbappe hits back at critics over injury recovery ahead of El Clasico

Alvaro Arbeloa urges Real Madrid to ‘channel anger’ against Barcelona

Sunday 10 May 2026 17:40 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Alvaro Arbeloa has urged his Real Madrid players to show the right kind of fight in Sunday’s El Clasico against Barcelona.

A turbulent week could end in the most miserable way possible for Real, with bitter rivals Barca needing just a point to clinch the title in La Liga with three games to spare.

The Catalan outfit are currently 11 points ahead of second-placed Real, who are lurching from crisis to crisis.

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Alvaro Arbeloa urges Real Madrid to ‘channel anger’ against Barcelona

Kylian Mbappe absent again due to hamstring injury

Sunday 10 May 2026 17:30 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Kylian Mbappe will be missing for Real Madrid today, again, as he is not in the travelling squad. With little left to play for, perhaps it is not worth the risk to rush him back before the end of the season?

Trio hoping to impress as battle for World Cup spots heats up

Sunday 10 May 2026 17:21 , Chris Wilson

Three players will have a chance to impress on the biggest stage this evening, with Jude Bellingham, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Marcus Rashford still fighting for places – and potentially even a starting berth – in the England squad for this summer’s World Cup.

While Jude Bellingham has marked himself out as a near-certain starter in midfield for the Three Lions, both Alexander-Arnold and Rashford have more work to do to be included in the squad, let alone to secure a spot in the starting XI.

England boss Thomas Tuchel seemingly does not have a lot of confidence in Real Madrid full-back Alexander-Arnold, with the German previously criticising the defensive aspect of his game. However, his hand may be forced by the injury to Tino Livramento, who could miss the rest of the season with a back problem.

Rashford could benefit from a similar situation, though more due to a general lack of competition in the left-wing position. While Anthony Gordon should also be on the plane to the USA, Rashford could benefit from the Newcastle man’s recent lack of form as the pair fight to start on the left in England’s opener against Croatia in Dallas on 17 June.

Real Madrid hand Aurelien Tchouameni and Fede Valverde hefty fine after training ground bust-up

Sunday 10 May 2026 17:12 , Harry Latham-Coyle

The pair were both given sizeable fines on Friday for the incident.

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Real Madrid hand Tchouameni and Valverde hefty fine after training ground bust-up

Real Madrid’s Valverde suffers head injury after altercation with teammate

Sunday 10 May 2026 16:55 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Fede Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni were involved in one of those two cabeza-a-cabezas – and the former ended up in hospital.

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Real Madrid’s Valverde suffers head injury after altercation with teammate

What on earth is going on at Real Madrid?

Sunday 10 May 2026 16:38 , Harry Latham-Coyle

It’s a good question! Multiple training ground bust-ups, a petition from fans asking Kylian Mbappe to leave, and plenty more besides. Jamie Braidwood tries to explain.

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What is going on at Real Madrid? Fights and tension between stars before El Clasico

How the land lies

Sunday 10 May 2026 16:20 , Harry Latham-Coyle

Barcelona top the table on 88 points, 11 clear of Real Madrid, with just four games to go – it is a matter of when, rather than if, they are crowned champions. They’d love to do it today, though...

Barcelona would win the title if they avoid defeat at Camp Nou. In the 97 years of LaLiga, the title has never been won in this fixture.

Barcelona are bidding to defend their title (Getty)

How can I watch El Clasico in the UK?

Sunday 10 May 2026 16:05 , Jamie Braidwood

Viewers in the UK can watch the game live on Premier Sports 1. A live stream will be available via the Premier Sports website.

Kick-off at Camp Nou is at 8pm BST (UK time).

What is the Real Madrid team news?

Sunday 10 May 2026 16:02 , Jamie Braidwood

Kylian Mbappe has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury. Federico Valverde is missing due to a head cut sustained in his training ground clash, but Aurelien Tchouameni is inlcuded in the travelling squad so could feature. The injury list is long with Rodrygo, Eder Militao, Ferland Mendy, Dani Carvajal and Arda Guler out. Thibaut Courtois has also missed several weeks with a thigh injury.

Possible line-up: Lunin; Alexander-Arnold, Rudiger, Huijsen, Garcia; Camavinga, Tchouameni; Diaz, Bellingham, Mastantuono; Vinicius Jr

What is the Barcelona team news?

Sunday 10 May 2026 16:01 , Jamie Braidwood

Barcelona remain without star forward Lamine Yamal but Jules Kounde is able to return from suspension after missing the win at Osasuna. Gavi and Pedri are keeping Frenkie de Jong out of the side but Ferran Torres and Marcus Rashford could return to the wings with Dani Olmo behind Robert Lewandowski in attack.

Possible line-up: Garcia; Kounde, Cubarsi, Araujo, Cancelo; Gavi, Pedri; Torres, Olmo, Rashford; Lewandowksi

Barcelona vs Real Madrid LIVE

Sunday 10 May 2026 16:00 , Harry Latham-Coyle

After a week of chaos off the pitch, Real Madrid must focus on matters on it as they look to deny their great rivals the title. A win or draw in El Clasico would be enough for Barcelona to make certain of La Liga triumph – can they take advantage of a visiting team in turmoil?

Kick off is at 8pm BST.

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