After a bad run of results, Los Blancos returned to Madrid with three points from Mendizorrotza Stadium. Kylian Mbappé proved his offensive value for Xabi Alonso’s team, whereas Rodrygo gradually recovered his firepower. Nevertheless, the defensive matters are still an area to improve for Real Madrid. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. After the 2-0 loss […]
It was do or die for Real Madrid against Manchester City. Los Blancos’ solid performance wasn’t enough to prevent the loss. Defensive mistakes and lack of efficiency in front of the goal tipped the scales in favor of Guardiola’s men in a game in which both teams appeared vulnerable in counterattacks. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf […]
Coming into the game, Madrid had relinquished the top of the table spot in La Liga and desperately needed a win. Athletic, under Ernesto Valverde, had made San Mamés a fortress again. This matchup promised contrasting strengths, and Xabi Alonso surprised Valverde completely with a tweak that changed the game. Tactical analysis and match report […]
In the hope of a similar outcome, Xabi Alonso counted on the same setup to clash against Liverpool at Anfield. Nonetheless, a shortage of solutions in the final third, vulnerability in defensive setpieces, and Arne Slot’s tweaks against Real Madrid’s man-marking high press secured the victory for the Reds. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf […]
Controversy and drama prevailed in the clash between Spain’s big mammoths. Stifling high press, compact medium block, and Camavinga as a right winger gave Los Blancos the edge over their archenemies to extend their La Liga lead to five points over Barcelona. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. We decided to make this article free to […]
In a traditional UCL affair, Real Madrid bested Juventus at Santiago Bernabéu. Vulnerability in counterattacks and a lack of efficiency in front of the goal highlighted Los Blancos’ pains. However, Jude Bellingham rose to the occasion, gobbling up the rebound after Vinicius Junior’s individual brilliance. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. Since the start […]
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 […]