Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona Lineups, Match Details, and Report: La Liga Matchday 35

Los Blancos faced the Blaugrana club in this highly anticipated La Liga match on MD #35 at the home of FC Barcelona, Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, for a title-decider. This was the FOURTH TIME both clubs were facing off each other in the 2024-25 season, with the Catalan club having the better of their counterpart, defeating them on three previous occasions. 

Here’s how the two teams compared on the 35th matchday of La Liga. 

Match Details

Kylian Mbappe finally found his stride against Real Madrid’s fiercest rival; however, his hat-trick was only a personal milestone as FCB took all three points in the title race!

• Matchday: 35
• Competition: La Liga
• Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Montjuic, Barcelona
• Date: May 11, 2025
• Day: Sunday
• Attendance: 50,319
• Referees: Alejandro José Hernández Hernández
• Video Assistant Referee: Juan Martínez Munuera
• Assistant Referees: José Enrique Naranjo Pérez, Marcos Cerdán Aguilar
• Fourth Official: José Alberto Pardeiro Puente
• Assistant VAR Official: Diego Barbero Sevilla
• Player of the Match: Lamine Yamal

FC Barcelona vs Real Madrid Lineups

After a devastating loss suffered at the hands of Inter Milan at the San Siro in the UEFA Champions League semi-final, manager Hansi Flick put on an unchanged XI out against Los Blancos. 

FC Barcelona lineup (4-2-3-1)

Starting XI

Wojciech Szczęsny, Gerard Martín, Iñigo Martínez, Pau Cubarsí, Eric García, Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Raphinha, Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres

Substitutes

Ronald Araujo, Alejandro Balde, Andreas Christensen, Marc Casadó, Ansu Fati, Héctor Fort, Robert Lewandowski, Fermín López, Iñaki Peña, Gavi, Pau Víctor, Marc-André ter Stegen

COACH

Hans-Dieter Flick

Real Madrid CF lineup (4-2-3-1)

Starting XI

Thibaut Courtois, Fran García, Raúl Asencio, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Lucas Vázquez, Federico Valverde, Dani Ceballos, Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham, Arda Güler, Kylian Mbappé

Substitutes

Brahim Díaz, Youssef Lekhedim, Andriy Lunin, Sergio Mestre, Luka Modrić, Endrick, Víctor Muñoz, Jacobo Ramón, Rodrygo, Jesús Vallejo

COACH

Carlo Ancelotti

Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona Match Report

First Half

• Early Drama: Real Madrid took the lead quickly. In the 5th minute, Kylian Mbappé scored a penalty, making it 1-0 for Madrid.
• Mbappé Again: Just 14 minutes in, Mbappé added another goal with a perfectly timed run and finish, stretching Madrid’s lead to 2-0.
• Barcelona’s Comeback: The response from Barcelona was fast and spirited. Eric García headed in a goal in the 19th minute after a corner, cutting the deficit to 2-1.
• Leveling Up: In the 32nd minute, young Lamine Yamal finished smartly from the right, tying the game 2-2 and sending the home crowd into a frenzy.
• Taking the Lead: Only two minutes later, Raphinha scored from the center of the box, giving Barcelona a 3-2 lead in an end-to-end thriller.
• Before Halftime: Raphinha struck again just before the break, thanks to a Ferran Torres assist, and the halftime score was an incredible 4-2 for Barcelona.
• Physical Battles: Several yellow cards were shown throughout the half, with players on both sides going in hard for every ball.

Second Half

• Substitutions and Intensity: Both teams made changes, bringing on experienced and young players alike, trying to get control and fresh legs on the field.
• Madrid Fights Back: Real Madrid weren’t going quietly, and in the 70th minute, Mbappé completed his hat-trick with a precise finish, closing the gap to 4-3.
• Tense Finish: The last 20 minutes were filled with efforts, fouls, and yellow cards as both teams pushed for a crucial next goal. Barcelona defended bravely, including key saves and tackles as Madrid searched for an equalizer.
• Final Minutes: Barcelona brought on more defensive substitutes, including Gavi. Real Madrid lost Vinícius Júnior to injury late on and had to sub in Víctor Muñoz.
• Final Whistle: After over 90 minutes of fierce competition and seven goals, Barcelona held on for an epic 4-3 win.

Final Score

Barcelona 4 – 3 Real Madrid
(Barca: Eric García, Lamine Yamal, Raphinha x2; Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappe x3)

Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona MD #35: Match Stats

Here’s how both teams compared statistically:

Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona: Head-to-head 2024/25

FC Barcelona dominated the rivalry in 2024–25, winning every meeting and all three domestic trophies, while Real Madrid had to settle for second-best on every occasion. 

Conclusion

Kylian Mbappe’s first season at his new club, the one he’s dreamt of playing since his childhood, didn’t go very well, as he ended up winning nothing with the Los Blancos, moreover, losing all four El Clásicos. Matchday #35 in La Liga was the last time both teams met for the 2024/25 season, after previously meeting each other on three occasions, two of which were domestic cup finals that the Hansi Flick-coached side won over their arch rivals, defeating Real Madrid with a heavy margin. Both teams go again next season, with reinforcements to both sides over the course of the summer transfer window!