El Clásico: 11-1 Real Madrid vs Barcelona Jugadores
A Historic Win for Real Madrid
On December 13, 1943, Real Madrid and Barcelona faced off in a thrilling match at the Chamartín Stadium in Madrid, Spain. The match, known as El Clásico, is one of the most highly anticipated and intense rivalries in Spanish football. But what made this particular match so memorable was the astonishing scoreline: 11-1 in favor of Real Madrid.
The Starting Lineups
Real Madrid:
- Goalkeeper: José Banet
- Defenders: Jacinto Quincoces, José Corona, Juan Antonio Ipiña, and José Querejeta
- Midfielders: Juan Valdivieso, Luis Olaso, and Chus Alonso
- Forwards: Sabino Barinaga, Pruden, and Fernando Arbáizar
Barcelona:
- Goalkeeper: Lluis Miró
- Defenders: Jaume Elías, Francesc Calvet, Benito García, and Joan Babot
- Midfielders: Mariano Martín, Josep Raich, and Domènec Balmanya
- Forwards: César Rodríguez, Josep Escolà, and Manuel Badenes
The Match
The match was played in front of a packed stadium, with an estimated 30,000 fans in attendance. From the start, Real Madrid dominated the game, with their attackers causing chaos in the Barcelona defense. The scoring opened in the 10th minute with a goal from Barinaga, followed by a flurry of goals from Pruden, Arbáizar, and Alonso.
Barcelona struggled to cope with Real Madrid's attacking prowess, and by halftime, the score was already 6-0 in favor of the home team. The second half saw more of the same, with Real Madrid adding five more goals to their tally. Barcelona's sole consolation goal came in the 88th minute, courtesy of César Rodríguez.
The Aftermath
The 11-1 thrashing remains the biggest win in El Clásico history, a testament to Real Madrid's dominance on that day. The match also marked a turning point in the rivalry between the two teams, with Real Madrid going on to win several more matches against Barcelona in the following years.
The Legacy
The 11-1 win has become a legendary moment in Spanish football history, symbolizing the intense rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona. The match has been remembered and celebrated by Real Madrid fans for generations, and its significance continues to be felt in the football world today.
