Real Madrid maintained the pace at the top of the table, forcing their way over the line at a traditionally troublesome opponent. The performance was not the prettiest, but a talismanic figure forced the door down, grateful for the impact of one of many top players in the squad. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
After a passive first half in which Real Madrid facilitated Villarreal’s task, Xabi Alonso’s team increased the cadence of the play to exert their superiority. Overloads across and along the pitch allowed the white team to figure out routes into the Submarines’ box. Nevertheless, defensive transitions are still a hindrance for Los Blancos. Tactical analysis […]
Atlético Madrid put five goals past their rivals in the city to put an end to Xabi Alonso’s unbeaten record with Los Blancos. Not only did Real Madrid look stretched out of possession, but they also appeared vulnerable in the following phases of defensive setpieces. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. We decided to make […]
Real Madrid took control of their Champions League opener thanks to their intensity out of possession and constant exploitation of Marseille’s disorganized defensive scheme. Roberto De Zerbi’s men showed their trademark intent in possession but were repeatedly undone by their lack of compactness and confusion in the press. Tactical analysis and match report by Sebastián […]
Real Madrid edged past Real Sociedad in a game in which refereeing controversies were the main theme. Kylian Mbappé maintained the savior status, banking his fourth goal in La Liga and assisting Arda Güler’s. After Dean Huijsen’s red card, Real Madrid retreated to defend their lead, securing a tough three points in the Reale Arena. […]
Three overturned goals and two others at the back of the net saw Real Madrid claim their third La Liga win in a row under Xabi Alonso’s management. Los Blancos’ transitional firepower prevailed; however, the defensive performance raised question marks that Alonso has to address during the international break. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf […]
Real Madrid opened their second league fixture of the season with a convincing 3–0 away win at Real Oviedo, but the scoreline tells only half the story. For seventy-five minutes, the newly promoted hosts frustrated Xabi Alonso’s side, just as Osasuna had done a few days earlier. Yet one key aspect of Alonso’s philosophy is […]
The Parisians strolled into another final and moved one step closer to a historic quadruple. They exposed all the issues that Real Madrid had already suffered under Carlo Ancelotti, and where Xabi Alonso would now have to find solutions. Tactical analysis and match report by Juan Lauz. We decided to make this article free to read. […]
MetLife Stadium, New Jersey – In a FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final that delivered a dramatic twist in its dying moments, Real Madrid emerged victorious against Borussia Dortmund, securing a hard-fought 3-2 win. The Spanish giants showcased their tactical discipline and attacking prowess in a dominant first half, leveraging a precise man-marking scheme that stifled […]
Xabi Alonso’s tactical tweaks gave Real Madrid the edge after a first half that could be deemed stale. The white team was close to paying the price for defensive problems. Nonetheless, a return to basics and La Fábrica graduate Gonzalo Garcia, who continued to level up, allowed Los Blancos a smooth sailing to the quarterfinals. Tactical analysis and match […]