Overview
- Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 at the Bernabeu to move five points clear at the top after 10 league matches.
- The match ended in heated confrontations, with multiple bookings and a red card for substitute goalkeeper Andriy Lunin after players clashed, including over Lamine Yamal’s recent remarks.
- Vinícius Júnior reacted angrily to his 72nd-minute substitution before rejoining post-match scuffles, and Xabi Alonso said, “We’ll talk,” while outlets report possible disciplinary steps and a strained relationship alongside unsigned renewal talks.
- The club confirmed captain Dani Carvajal will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right knee to remove a loose body, with reports indicating he faces an extended spell out.
- With Federico Valverde covering at right back and Carvajal sidelined, Trent Alexander-Arnold has a clearer path to minutes after returning to the squad, with reports suggesting he could be in contention for upcoming starts.