Bernal Awaits First Official Clasico with Barcelona Against Real Madrid

Marc Bernal, Barcelona's midfielder, is eagerly awaiting his first official Clasico with the first team during the match against Real Madrid scheduled for today, Sunday, after missing last season's games due to injury. He also did not participate in the league matches and the Spanish Super Cup final this season.

The Spanish newspaper 'Mundo Deportivo' reported that the young player expressed his great enthusiasm for the anticipated match, noting that playing against Real Madrid at Camp Nou and in front of the fans will be a special event and an unforgettable day for him.

Bernal said that Barcelona players have been experiencing the Clasico atmosphere since childhood, but playing the match with the first team gives it a different and distinctive character, confirming his strong desire to participate in the match.

Bernal has limited chances to appear as a starter, given the competition between Gavi and De Jong to accompany Pedri in the midfield, but he might get some minutes during the second half, as happened in the recent encounter against Pamplona.

The Barcelona player also called on the fans to trust the team and unite during the match, emphasizing that the confrontation will be very special.

The report pointed out that Bernal is now fully ready after recovering from ankle issues, while his last memories against Real Madrid date back to a friendly match held in New Jersey during the summer of 2024, which Barcelona won with a double by Pau Victor, where Bernal started alongside Marc Casado in the midfield.