Clasico gems: 10 memorable goals between Barça and Real !

The luxurious arena of the Olympic Stadium in Seville will this Saturday, April 26 (20:00 GMT) be the stage for the second Clasico of the year, this time for the grand final of the Copa del Rey.

To keep you excited before this exceptional event, let's turn up the heat with the ten goals that have marked the history of the most famous match, chosen by the editorial team at Foot Africa:

1 - Raúl's legendary shuuuuuuuuuuut

Far from being provocative, Raúl Gonzalez let loose during a Clasico played in 1999 when he didn't kiss his ring as usual but decided to silence the Camp Nou with a shush. Iconic!

2 - CR7 delivers the cup to Real Madrid

In the overtime of a certain Copa Del Rey final in 2011, Cristiano Ronaldo secured the title for Real under the guidance of José Mourinho, with a remarkable and unstoppable header.

3: Alexis Sanchez's incredible lob

FC Barcelona was leading by a goal against Real in 2013 when Alexis Sanchez decided to score one of the most beautiful goals in Clasico history.

The Chilean, seeing Diego Lopez off his line, attempted an unexpected lob and succeeded!

4: Luis Figo's missile

Before becoming the number one enemy of the Catalans by joining Real Madrid, Luis Figo scored a magnificent goal with Blaugrana during the 97/98 season.

A long-range strike, surprising, that left the goalkeeper with no chance.

5: Gareth Bale's magnificent run

Criticized since his arrival in Madrid, the Welshman Gareth Bale silenced his critics by scoring a decisive goal in the final of the Copa Del Rey 2014, leaving young Bartra in the dust.

Since then, he has become indispensable in the Madrid lineup, even scoring the decisive goal in the Champions League final against Atlético Madrid.

6: Lionel Messi's mythical hat trick

The young Lionel Messi, then 19 years old, played his first Clasico and scored a hat trick. Some already understood he would become the best player in FC Barcelona's history.

Down to 10 men, Barça managed to snatch an unexpected draw thanks to their young talent. It was March 10, 2007.

7: The Bernabéu ovation for Ronaldinho

It's such a rare event that it deserves to be highlighted. The Bernabéu simply gave a standing ovation to the Brazilian who was simply dazzling.

Upon his exit, and after a huge match won 3-0 in Madrid, the crowd stood up to applaud Ronnie.

8: Julio Baptista's thunderbolt

The Brazilian, who couldn't establish himself with Real, nevertheless left his mark in the club's history by scoring a stunning goal in 2007.

A top-corner strike from the edge of the box for a 1-0 lead. Final score 3-3.

9: When Zidane showcases his class:

Before scoring his incredible goal in the Champions League final, Zinedine Zidane hurt Barça at Camp Nou in the semi with a lob that only he knew how to execute.

The French number 10, well-served by Raul, entered the box and instantly lobbed the goalkeeper!

10: Oppa Messi style

It's a goal celebration that will forever mark the history of 'Clasico'. Lionel Messi's jersey held up to the Bernabéu crowd after his winning goal at the last second of the Clasico on April 23, 2017.

Scoring his 500th goal in a Barcelona shirt, the Pulga allowed his team to win 3-2 in stoppage time. Euphoric after his heroic goal, the Argentine genius removed his shirt and proudly displayed his Blaugrana jersey to the Bernabéu supporters.

Amine Jomni |

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African football writer and sports journalist covering football news, stories and insights while sharing his expertise with fans across the continent.