Real Madrid took a big step towards clinching the LaLiga title after beating Barcelona 3-2 at the Bernabeu.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side fell behind after just six minutes through Andreas Christensen’s header before Vinicius Jnr levelled the match with a penalty 12 minutes later.
The visitors reclaimed their lead through Fermin Lopez’s rebound on the 69 minute mark but again, it didn’t last for long as Lucas Vazquez struck 4 minutes later.
Jude Bellingham, just like he did in the reverse fixtures, score the winner in injury-time to send Real 11 points clear at the top.
Mail Sport’s Pete Jenson gives his player ratings from an enthralling battle.
Real Madrid took a big step towards clinching the LaLiga title after beating Barcelona 3-2
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Real Madrid (4-1-2-1-2)
Andriy Lunin – 6
Struggled from corners at times and could have done better for the opening goal.
Lucas Vazquez – 9
Came in for Dani Carvajal in the team and did not put a foot wrong. Scored the crucial equaliser after Barcelona went ahead. Also got the assist for the winner.
Antonio Rudiger – 6.5
Made some crucial interceptions towards the end to top off a great week.
![Lucas Vazquez came in for Dani Carvajal in the team and did not put a foot wrong](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/21/23/83922583-0-image-a-38_1713740074359.jpg)
Lucas Vazquez came in for Dani Carvajal in the team and did not put a foot wrong
Aurelien Tchouameni – 6.5
Returned to the side after missing the win over Manchester City through suspension and was solid as he has been since moving positions.
Eduardo Camavinga – 6
Struggled to contain the impressive Lamine Yamal and had to play with caution after getting booked.
Luka Modric – 6
Kept the midfield ticking but he made some rash tackles during the match.
Toni Kroos – 6
May have done better to defend Andreas Christensen’s header for the opening goal.
![Jude Bellingham left it late to make an impact but his late strike sealed a huge win for Real](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/21/23/83922597-0-image-a-39_1713740088845.jpg)
Jude Bellingham left it late to make an impact but his late strike sealed a huge win for Real
Federico Valverde – 7.5
The Uruguayan was everywhere and covered a lot of ground in the midfield battle.
Vinicius Jnr – 6.5
Was a constant threat throughout the match and will wonder how he didn’t score more than just the early penalty. Got the assist for Vazquez’s equaliser.
Jude Bellingham – 7.5
Left it late to make an impact but his late thumping strike sealed a huge win for Real.
Rodrygo – 7
Cause the Barca defence a number of problems before being replaced by Eder Militao in the 74th minute.
![Vinicius Jnr will be left wondering how he didn't add to his penalty early in the match](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/21/23/83922609-0-image-a-40_1713740093712.jpg)
Vinicius Jnr will be left wondering how he didn’t add to his penalty early in the match
Barcelona (4-3-3)
Andre Ter Stegen – 7.5
Made some big saves to deny the hosts but was not helped by some of his defenders
Jules Kounde – 7
Was relatively solid and dealt with some of Real’s attacks well.
Araujo – 7
Made some last ditch tackles to deny the dangerous Vinicius Jnr.
Pau Cubarsi – 6
An evening to forget for the 17-year-old. His mistimed tackle lead to Vinicius’ penalty early on.
Cancelo – 5.5
Another poor display from the Portuguese defender. Left Vazquez unmarked for the fourth goal of the match.
![There was another poor display from Joao Cancelo, who was at fault for Vazquez's goal](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/22/00/83923129-0-image-a-42_1713741134330.jpg)
There was another poor display from Joao Cancelo, who was at fault for Vazquez’s goal
Andreas Christensen – 7.5
Scored a superb header before being replaced after 45 minutes by Fermin lopez, who also got on the scoresheet.
Frenkie De Jong – 6 (Fermin Lopez 7)
A muted display from the Dutchman and was replaced just before the break by Pedri. Fermin Lopez, who got on the scoresheet.
Ilkay Gundogan – 6.5
Helped keep the midfield ticking and saw an effort sail over the bar.
![Andreas Christensen scored a superb header before going off after 45 mintes](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/22/00/83923139-0-image-a-43_1713741169168.jpg)
Andreas Christensen scored a superb header before going off after 45 mintes
Raphinha – 6.5
Went past his man on a few occasions but flattered to deceive.
Robert Lewandowski – 6
A disappointing display from the Polish striker, who struggled to get into the game.
Lamine Yamal – 7.5
Was bright as ever and most of Barcelona’s attacks went through him. Gave Camavinga a hard time.
![The teenager Lamine Yamal was superb again and caused Eduardo Camavinga problems](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/04/22/00/83923133-0-image-a-41_1713741118741.jpg)
The teenager Lamine Yamal was superb again and caused Eduardo Camavinga problems