Real Madrid’s Heaviest Defeats in History

Real Madrid is one of the most successful football clubs in history, but even the mighty Los Blancos have experienced significant losses throughout the years. Despite their impressive record of 13 European Cups and 34 La Liga titles, the club has occasionally been humbled by opponents, both at home and abroad.

The Biggest Defeat in Real Madrid’s History

The largest defeat Real Madrid ever suffered was in 1930, when they were crushed 8-1 by Espanyol in a La Liga match. This remains the club’s worst loss in their storied history.

Espanyol 8-1 Real Madrid
La Liga, 5 March 1930

Largest Home Defeat

Real Madrid’s heaviest home defeat occurred in 1931 when Athletic Bilbao demolished them 6-0 at the Santiago Bernabéu, a result that remains the club’s worst at home.

Real Madrid 0-6 Athletic Bilbao
La Liga, 18 January 1931

Heaviest Away Defeat

As noted, Real Madrid’s worst away defeat also came against Espanyol in 1930, with an 8-1 thrashing that stands as their biggest loss overall.

Espanyol 8-1 Real Madrid
La Liga, 5 March 1930

Largest La Liga Defeat

The 8-1 defeat to Espanyol in 1930 not only stands as Real Madrid’s biggest overall loss but also their worst defeat in La Liga.

Worst European Defeat

Real Madrid’s most crushing loss in European competition happened in 1989 when they were beaten 5-0 by AC Milan in the semi-finals of the European Cup.

Milan 5-0 Real Madrid
European Cup, 19 April 1989

Worst Champions League Defeat

In the Champions League era, Real Madrid’s heaviest defeat came at the hands of Liverpool in 2009. The Spanish giants were beaten 4-0 at Anfield, with goals from Fernando Torres, Andrea Dossena, and a brace by Steven Gerrard.

Liverpool 4-0 Real Madrid
Champions League, 10 March 2009

Though Real Madrid has had moments of failure, these rare defeats are overshadowed by the club’s long history of triumphs.

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