A Real Madrid legend has confessed that he tried to 'hit' FC Barcelona icon Lionel Messi during fiery installments of El Clasico.

ISTANBUL (AA) - Real Madrid took a big step toward securing a play-in spot with a crucial 96-91 victory Thursday over FC Barcelona in Round 27 of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague regular season. The win propelled Real Madrid to 10th place with a 14-13 record, keeping their postseason hopes alive.

Former Real Madrid left-back Marcelo recently made an appearance on ‘La Revuelta’ and took a trip down memory lane, recalling some of his toughest battles in El Clasico. The Brazilian legend,

Marcelo admitted he "wanted to hit" Messi after an El Clásico embarrassment, frustrated by the Argentine’s brilliance. He later praised Messi’s incredible talent.

For the first time ever, India will be hosting an El Clasico between Real Madrid Legends and Barcelona Legends in April in Mumbai. Luis Figo, Rivaldo and Fernando Morientes are a few names to have been officially confirmed.

Marcelo, the former Real Madrid left-back, recently reflected on one of the most challenging periods for Los Blancos—the era when Pep Guardiola managed Barcelona. During an appearance on ‘La

Former Real Madrid player and Cristiano Ronaldo’s former teammate, Marcelo Vieira, spoke about the GOAT debate, including Lionel Messi and Ronaldo, emphasizing the importance of simply enjoying both players.