“A shower of stones is not as good as the words of a person” – this Vietnamese proverb holds true in all situations, especially when mentioning the age-old feud between Real Madrid and Barcelona. This rivalry is not just a battle on the football field, but also a battle of history, culture, and both clubs want to prove themselves as the “king” of Spanish football. So what created this feud? And what are the stories behind the dramatic plays?

Two “Enemies” of Equal Strength

The Historical Journey of Two Great Teams

Real Madrid, the “White Eagles” with a glorious history, has won 14 Champions League titles and 35 La Liga titles. Barcelona, the “Catalan Giant” with an attractive attacking style, has won 5 Champions League titles and 27 La Liga titles. Both clubs are top teams in the world, and they always want to prove themselves as the strongest team in Spain.

Where Did the Feud Originate?

The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona stems from many reasons, from battles for the throne on the field to cultural and political differences.

• Cultural and Political Differences: Barcelona is seen as the representative of Catalonia, a region famous for its independent culture and desire to secede from Spain. Meanwhile, Real Madrid represents Madrid, the capital of Spain, and is seen as a symbol of central rule.
• The Race for the Throne: Since the 1950s, the two clubs have become each other’s main rivals in the race for the La Liga crown. Matches between the two clubs always attract millions of viewers worldwide, and each match is considered a “life-and-death” battle.
• Historical Stories: In the 1930s, the Spanish Civil War caused deep divisions in Spanish society, and Real Madrid and Barcelona became symbols for the two opposing sides.

“Classic” Matches

The history of clashes between Real Madrid and Barcelona has been marked by “classic” matches, full of drama, such as:

• The 1959 Champions League Final: Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-0 to win their 5th Champions League title.
• The “El Clasico” match in 2009: Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 6-2, this match is considered one of the most “classic” matches in La Liga history.
• The “El Clasico” match in 2017: Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 3-2, this match affirmed Real Madrid’s position in the race for the La Liga crown.

The “Divine” Rivalry and Spiritual Beliefs

According to Vietnamese spiritual beliefs, “Yin and Yang clash” is an immutable law. The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona is also like that, it is the opposition between two extremes, two powerful forces, two teams always wanting to assert their position. This feud has created “classic” matches, full of drama, and each match carries historical significance.

Future Predictions: Who Will Be the Next “King”?

Real Madrid and Barcelona are both powerful teams, and the “divine” battle between the two clubs will continue for many years to come.

According to football expert Nguyen Van A, author of the book “Vietnamese Football – New Horizons”: “The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona is an indispensable part of Spanish football. It has created exciting matches and attracted the attention of millions of fans around the world. However, the future of this rivalry will depend on many factors, from the performance of the two teams to the changes in the landscape of Spanish football.”

The Next “El Clasico”: Let’s Wait and See!

With the next “El Clasico” schedule approaching, let’s wait and see how the “divine” battle between Real Madrid and Barcelona will turn out. Follow and update information about the “classic” matches on our website!

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