Real Madrid has released a statement on social media addressing the unfortunate racist incidents directed at Barcelona's young talent, Lamine Yamal, during the El Clasico match at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday, October 26.
In the El-Classico Fixture, Hansi Flick's team showcased an impressive performance, securing a 4-0 victory. Goals were scored by Robert Lewandowski (54', 56'), Yamal (77'), and Raphinha (84') for La Blaugrana. The collaboration of clubs in promoting a respectful and inclusive environment is essential in the wake of such events.
Racist Chants against Yamal at Bernabeu
Yamal's impressive performance included a goal, marking a third of the match for the Catalans, but it was overshadowed by troubling racist chants from some fans. In response, Los Blancos have expressed their commitment to addressing this serious issue, stating their intention to take decisive action.
"Real Madrid strongly condemns any kind of behaviour involving racism, xenophobia or violence in football and sport, and deeply regrets the insults that a few fans uttered last night in one of the corners of the stadium. Real Madrid has opened an investigation in order to locate and identify the perpetrators of these deplorable and despicable insults so that the appropriate disciplinary and judicial measures can be taken." - Club's Statement.
The match at the Bernabeu did not unfold as anticipated for the all-whites. The first half ended in a stalemate, but Barcelona surged ahead early in the second half with a brace from Lewandowski. Goals from Yamal and Raphinha solidified Barcelona's lead, leaving Carlo Ancelotti's side with little opportunity to recover.
Flick's team has established a solid lead in La Liga, now six points ahead of their arch-rivals, accumulating 30 points from 11 matches. Real Madrid, the defending champions, are in second place but will need to make up some ground to close the gap with the league leaders.
In the process, Barcelona has also halted Real Madrid's impressive unbeaten streak, which lasted 42 matches over the past year in La Liga.