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Mourinho Returns as Real Madrid Face Barcelona El Clasico

By Drooid · Oct 24, 2026, 10:24 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Barcelona will host Real Madrid in an El Clasico at Camp Nou on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
José Mourinho returns to manage Real Madrid, his first El Clasico in 13 years.
Barcelona lead La Liga with nine wins, while Real Madrid sit third, six points behind.
Barcelona list Dani Olmo and Jules Kounde as doubtful.
Real Madrid miss Vinícius Júnior (suspension) and Rodrygo.

History

Historical Context

In 1993-94, Johan Cruyff’s Barcelona captured their fourth consecutive La Liga crown, the 14th in club history, finishing the season that ran from 4 September 1993 to 15 May 1994. The next season they lost the title to Real Madrid after a 5-0 defeat in Madrid, underscoring the rivalry. The 2026 El Clásico, featuring José Mourinho’s return to Real and injury doubts for key players, revives historic power shift.

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Story summary

Barcelona will host Real Madrid in an El Clasico at Camp Nou on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
José Mourinho returns to manage Real Madrid, his first El Clasico in 13 years.
Barcelona lead La Liga with nine wins, while Real Madrid sit third, six points behind.
Barcelona list Dani Olmo and Jules Kounde as doubtful.
Real Madrid miss Vinícius Júnior (suspension) and Rodrygo.

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