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Real Madrid Hop Lionel Messi, Barcelona Atop La Liga After Win in El Clasico

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Real Madrid have the advantage in the La Liga title race after Sunday's Clasico, beating Barcelona 2-0 at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.

Los Blancos took control after the break and finally grabbed the lead thanks to a great effort from Vinicius Jr. Barcelona had a few good looks in the first half but regressed during the second, and MarianoDiaz secured the win late.

Real take a one-point lead in the standings with the win.

What's Next?

Los Blancos visit Real Betis on Sunday. Barcelona host Real Sociedad on Saturday.