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 […]
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 […]