Tag: Real Madrid

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 […]

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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 […]

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Real Madrid Olympique Marseille 2-1 Champions League

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 […]

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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 […]

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Real Madrid Borussia Dortmund 3-2 FIFA Club World Cup

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 […]

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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 […]

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