The Italian manager understands every angle of these encounters.
Carlo Ancelotti has experienced all facets of the Clásicos since taking charge of Real Madrid. Each meeting brims with emotion, and the next clash promises more of the same.
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Ancelotti’s record in El Clásico with Real Madrid against Barcelona: games, wins, losses, and trophies
even-handed balance
The Italian coach didn’t begin his Real Madrid era on a perfect note in these showdowns, yet he gradually shifted the balance to a 5-5 record in official matches.
Ten Clásico meetings have occurred across La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. In the league, the team has secured two wins, and the same is true in both the Copa del Rey and the Super Cup.
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Bale’s standout moment
If there is a Clásico moment Ancelotti will always remember, it is Bale’s goal in the 2013/14 Copa del Rey Final. Bale burst past Bartra and tucked the ball past Pinto to clinch the first domestic title in Spain for Madrid, a win that helped counter two league defeats Barcelona had delivered earlier.
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A defeat that felt like a farewell
The 2014–15 season marked Ancelotti’s last campaign before his return, ending on a sour note. Madrid’s league lead from a long winning streak evaporated as Barcelona, aided by MSN, surged in the second half, with a 2-1 victory at Camp Nou. May brought a Champions League semifinal loss to Juventus, sealing a rough year.
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A stark reminder of the stakes
The most recent Clásico before this write-up delivered a harsh 0-4 defeat at the Santiago Bernabéu. Ancelotti later owned responsibility for the approach, sharing the blame with his players and the media.
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A promising start to 2022-2023
The opening Clásico of the 2022-2023 campaign saw Real Madrid, guided by Ancelotti, defeat Barcelona 3-1 at the Bernabéu. Benzema, Valverde, and Rodrygo found the net to seal the win.
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Super Cup setback
The year 2023 began with hesitation for Ancelotti and Madrid. The club arrived in the Spanish Super Cup facing doubts, and Barcelona capitalized, beating Madrid 3-1.
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The Copa del Rey setback
Madrid dropped 0-1 in the first leg of the 2023 Copa del Rey semifinal, Militao scoring an unfortunate own goal. Madrid had more possession, but opportunities were scarce, and a loss followed.
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Recent league encounter
The latest Barcelona vs Real Madrid chapter referenced here marked the third straight defeat for Madrid in league play, casting doubt on the 2022-2023 title race and underscoring how high the bar remains in this rivalry.
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