Carlos Alcaraz, world number one in tennis and a devoted Real Madrid supporter, made headlines before El Clásico with a bold prediction. Speaking to Eurosport ahead of the match, Alcaraz said: “Real Madrid will win 2–1 today. Mbappé and Bellingham will score.” Hours later, his words proved prophetic as Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham found the net to secure a dramatic win for Los Blancos at the Santiago Bernabéu.
El Clásico Drama Unfolds
The match lived up to its billing. Barcelona struck first through Robert Lewandowski, but Real Madrid responded with resilience. Mbappé equalized with a clinical finish before Bellingham sealed the comeback with a late winner, sending the home crowd into raptures. The 2–1 result not only shifted momentum in the La Liga title race but also validated Alcaraz’s pre-match confidence.
Social Media Reacts to the Prediction
Alcaraz’s prediction quickly went viral across social media platforms. Fans and pundits alike were amazed by the accuracy of his forecast, with many jokingly suggesting he had a crystal ball. The tennis star’s name trended alongside the match’s key players, as supporters celebrated both the win and his uncanny foresight.
A Madridista Through and Through
Alcaraz has never hidden his love for Real Madrid. He often attends matches when his tennis schedule allows and has previously spoken about his admiration for players like Luka Modrić and Karim Benzema. His connection to the club adds a personal layer to his prediction, making it all the more special for fans of both tennis and football.
Looking Ahead
With Real Madrid gaining crucial points and Alcaraz continuing to dominate the tennis world, the crossover between sports icons and football culture continues to grow. Whether his next prediction will be just as accurate remains to be seen, but for now, Alcaraz has earned bragging rights among Madridistas.
ATP Paris - Carlos Alcaraz's projected path
Alcaraz in Paris, ranking, and results in 2025
Now ranked no.1, Carlos owns an overall 67-7 record in 2025. The Spaniard is currently competing in Paris where he managed to beat
The Spaniard clinched 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. Alcaraz was the runner-up in Barcelona (Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell) and in Wimbledon.
Carlos won 25 titles in his career: 8 on hard courts, 11 on clay courts, 2 on indoor courts and 4 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)