Ronaldinho dazzled with a shocking free-kick as Barca Legends edged Actual Madrid Leyendas on penalties after an exhilarating 2-2 attract Qatar.
The Legends El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid legends in Qatar turned into a match of nostalgia and skill, with Barca winning on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regular time. One of the best moments of the match came in the 16th minute when Barcelona was awarded a free kick at the edge of the box. Brazilian legend Ronaldinho stepped up, and, with his trademark flair, curled an unstoppable shot into the top corner, doubling Barcelona’s lead. With the 44-year-old reminiscing about the good old days, The crowd erupted in joy, reliving the magic of his prime years.
Sorin sets the tone for Barca
The match began with high expectations, and the Barça Legends delivered early. In the 8th minute, Juan Pablo Sorin broke free on the left, capitalising on a brilliant pass from Giuly to open the scoring.
Real Madrid fight back
Despite the two-goal deficit at halftime, Real Madrid Leyendas regrouped. Luis Figo brought them back into contention with a precise strike in the 58th minute. Just five minutes later, Edwin Congo capitalised on a defensive error to level the score.
Missed chances and penalty drama
Barca Legends pushed hard for a winner, with Quaresma and David Villa leading the attack. Patrick Kluivert had a golden opportunity from the penalty spot, but Real Madrid’s Contreras made a crucial save. In the penalty shootout, Barça held their nerve. Although Frank de Boer’s effort was saved, Angoy’s heroics in goal, denying Congo and Amavisca, ensured a 4-2 shootout victory for the Blaugrana.
A night to remember
The match was more than a contest. Tt was a celebration of football’s enduring magic. Ronaldinho’s brilliance, combined with the efforts of legends on both sides, reminded fans why this rivalry remains iconic.
Lineups
Real Madrid Leyendas: Buyo; Núñez, Pavón, Fernando Sanz, Raúl Bravo; Milla, Seedorf, Figo, Savio, Amavisca; Congo. Also played – Contreras, Julio Llorente, Iván Campo, Agus, Júlio Baptista, Munitis and Álvaro Mejía.
Barça Legends: Vítor Baía; Fernando Navarro, De Boer, Abidal, Sorín; Trashorras, Mendieta; Giuly, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho; Villa. Also played – Angoy, Déhu, Kluivert, Roger García, Jofre, Sergi and Quaresma.
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