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Barcelona claims nine spots in combined XI ahead of El Clasico

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Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Barcelona claims nine spots in combined XI ahead of El Clasico

Summary

Ahead of the upcoming El Clasico at Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona has dominated the combined XI with nine players compared to Real Madrid's two. Barcelona sits six points clear at the top of La Liga and remains unbeaten aside from a recent loss to PSG in the Champions League. Real Madrid, returning to second stint under Jose Mourinho, has struggled during the early season. Two players from Madrid, Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, are included in the lineup, but the overall selection favors Barcelona's current form. The match atmosphere is heightened as both clubs prepare for this high-stakes encounter.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona leads La Liga with a perfect record, except for one loss.
•Real Madrid has had a mixed start under manager Jose Mourinho.
•The combined XI features Joan Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, and Lamine Yamal from Barcelona.
•Jude Bellingham represents Real Madrid in the attacking midfield role.
•El Clasico takes place at Spotify Camp Nou.

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — El Clasico combined XI: Barcelona take nine spots as Real Madrid manage two

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Barcelona and Real Madrid are preparing for another blockbuster El Clasico at the Spotify Camp Nou, with both sides boasting some of the finest players in world football.Hansi Flick’s men head into ...
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