The National's Sport cover for the Sunday, October 26 issue, featuring a victorious Real Madrid side in the first clasico of the season – rightful, in Andy Mitten's mind, 3-1 winners over Barcelona.
“Another classic clasico. So many football matches fail to justify the hype, but games between Real Madrid and Barcelona consistently deliver drama, goals and greatness.
“They are played at a breathless pace, full of counter-attacks and an unrelenting desire to go forward. Little wonder the world watches enthralled.
“Madrid were worthy of their win, worthy of becoming the first team to score past Barcelona in a league game this season.”
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