Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe was a constant threat throughout the match, scoring the opening goal in the 15th minute and coming close to adding a second on multiple occasions. He was denied by a VAR ruling and a remarkable penalty save from Barcelona goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny.

The home team's second goal came in the 20th minute, when Jude Bellingham was left unmarked in the six-yard box and slotted home a tap-in. Barcelona's Fermin Lopez had earlier equalized for the visitors, but Real Madrid's defense held firm to preserve their lead.

Barcelona's struggles were compounded by the red card given to Pedri in the 99th minute, which will see him miss their next match. The Catalan team's lack of a second goal was a telling factor in the outcome, despite their dominance in possession and passing accuracy.

Real Madrid's win was a testament to their ability to capitalize on their chances and defend their lead when it mattered most. The victory takes them five points clear of Barcelona and maintains their perfect home record in La Liga this season.

With their 2-1 win, Real Madrid moved five points clear of Barcelona in the La Liga table. The win was a result of their clinical finishing and defensive solidity, despite Barcelona's dominance in possession and passing accuracy.