The "15-1" That Never Was: Unraveling the Myth of Barcelona's 1926 Victory Over Real Madrid
The legendary story of Barcelona thrashing Real Madrid 15-1 in 1926, a result often touted as one of the biggest humiliations in Real Madrid's history, is a myth.
While it is true that Barcelona did win a game against Real Madrid by a significant margin in 1926, the score was nowhere near 15-1. The actual result of that game, played on February 2, 1926, was Barcelona 5 - Real Madrid 1.
This myth has persisted for decades, fuelled by various factors:
- Exaggeration of the result: Over time, the result became embellished and exaggerated, turning a comfortable win for Barcelona into a seemingly insurmountable defeat for Real Madrid.
- Rivalry: The fierce rivalry between the two clubs, Barcelona and Real Madrid, has likely contributed to the longevity of this myth.
- Lack of reliable historical records: Limited historical documentation regarding early Spanish football matches has made it easier for the myth to take root and spread.
The truth is, the 1926 game was a significant moment in the history of both clubs, marking the beginning of their fierce rivalry. However, the exaggerated 15-1 score has no basis in reality and serves as a testament to the power of legend and myth in football.
Facts about the 1926 Match:
- Date: February 2, 1926
- Venue: Camp de Les Corts, Barcelona
- Result: Barcelona 5 - Real Madrid 1
- Barcelona goals: Sastre (3), Piera, and Sampere
- Real Madrid goal: Juanito
While the 15-1 score may never have happened, the 1926 game remains a landmark moment in the history of the two giants of Spanish football, a moment that marked the beginning of one of the most intense and passionate rivalries in the world.
