FC Barcelona took a large step towards securing their second consecutive La Liga crown with a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu Saturday night. The win takes them three points clear at the top of the table with seven matches remaining. They also possess the tiebreaker, having won both head-to-head matches.
This was my first Clasico match as I was able to purchase a half-season pass at the beginning of February. Unfortunately my seat is up near the top so it is difficult to get good pictures of the action. I was, however, able to get a nice view of the moment of silence before the match in remembrance of those who died in the crash of the Polish presidential airplane.
Messi's first half goal was scored at the opposite end of where I was sitting so my 200mm didn't reach very well. The second goal, however, was at the near end so I was able to get a few shots off.
I made my way down near the end of the match to get a few shots of the Barcelona players saluting their fans.Unfortunately I have the same seat for the rest of the season so while it is possible to move down to the 3rd amphitheater if there are some empty seats, there is control in place throughout the match to prevent people from moving down any farther.
As for Real Madrid, there is still a chance that Barcelona will slip up in the remaining matches. If Madrid keeps its confidence and concentration, anything can happen.
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