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Kicking-off: What is El Clasico?
El Clasico is the name assigned to any football or soccer match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid in any competition. It means “The Classic” in English, and in Spanish, it can also be referred to “El derbi Español” or “El Clàssic”.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are both among the world’s most respected clubs. On account of their big players and great history, El Clasico has turned out to be one of sport’s most followed games in recent years. Real have the overall advantage with 85 victories in all, while FC Barcelona have 4 less wins. In a total of 48 matches, both teams have drawn on 42 occasions.
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Barcelona and Real Madrid – Positions in La Liga
Since the start of the season, both FC Barcelona and Real Madrid have played 12 league games just as any other side in La Liga. Coincidently, they both have 10 wins, giving them 30 automatic points in the table. But the Blaugrana have a defeat and a draw in their account, whereas Los Blancos are unbeaten with 2 draws.
Both also have average of 2.75 goals per match; yet when it comes to defense, Real have the upper hand. Thanks to their current record of 0.5 goals conceded per game, they emerge as the side with the strongest resistance in Spain. Their archrivals can only come second, with 8 goals allowed in all.
For the first time in the past few years, Madrid have stood firm for several consecutive match-days, and their consistency has rewarded them with a well-deserved top spot in the overall standings of La Liga. Nevertheless, only one point separates them from Barcelona. A drop in El Clasico could hence tarnish the remainder of their season, but at the same time, a triumph on Monday would send them even more ahead in their race for success.
El Clasico: Barcelona and Real Madrid’s Preparation and Team News
Barcelona
Looking ahead to a strict match on Monday, Barca and Los Blancos are aware that focus and exertion are needed to prevail. The official FC Barcelona website reported that the Catalans had a “gentle training session” on Thursday night in preparation for their next challenge. Valdes and Iniesta apparently had to undergo a fitness session at the gym, while the injured Milito was left out from the manager’s plans.
Guardiola’s new signing Adriano is also said to have felt a cramp in his left calf, following his Champions League game against Panathinaikos in mid-week. Club doctors have however confirmed that no damage was made, and that he should be fine for Day 13 in La Liga. Barcelona B players Miño, Fontàs and Thiago as well completed the training session along with Youth A full-back Ivan Balliu.
Real Madrid
RealMadrid.com stated on Thursday that the Galacticos were led to a training session by their coach ahead of El Clasico earlier in the day. According to the report, Higuain missed the preparation due to pains in his back, while Khedira was not able to participate following a strained right hamstring. Kaka and Gago were also excluded owing to injuries.
The other fit players went through fitness work, and then tested their reflex through a game of foot-volley. There will obviously be more similar sessions before El Clasico’s commencement; but so far, both sides seem to be satisfied with their conditions.
Real Madrid vs Barcelona: The secret battles
El Clasico will not only be a case of one giant against another. In fact, several individual battles appear to be hidden in this clash; but at first glance, the most remarkable ones are none other than those involving both clubs’ mightiest personalities.
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi
This is arguably the best individual battle in football nowadays. Lionel Messi should normally not be afraid of meeting his rival at the Camp Nou next up, considering the fact that he is not a “beginner” when it comes to facing tough circumstances. Cristiano Ronaldo is however yet to score in a match featuring the Argentine, although Monday could be his special day.
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Jose Mourinho vs Pep Guardiola
Both managers can definitely be regarded as “Special Ones”. Mourinho is nonetheless greater than the Spaniard in terms of achievements; but still, confronting him is not an easy task for the Portuguese. The former Chelsea boss lost twice to Guardiola in his days at Inter Milan in the Champions League, but he still holds the most famous victory thanks to a great management in the first of leg his 2009/10 semifinals challenge. They will meet again in the upcoming Clasico; but then again, Mourinho will have to think of winning at the Camp Nou for the first time ever.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid - The Last Clasico
Barcelona vs Real Madrid – Last 5 Results
Nov 20: Almeria 0-8 Barcelona
Nov 13: Barcelona 3-1 Villarreal
Nov 07: Getafe 1-3 Barcelona
Oct 30: Barcelona 5-0 Sevilla
Oct 23: Real Zaragoza 0-2 Barcelona
Nov 20: Real Madrid 5-1 Athletic Bilbao
Nov 14: Sporting Gijon 0-1 Real Madrid
Nov 07: Real Madrid 2-0 Atletico Madrid
Oct 30: Hercules 1-3 Real Madrid
Oct 23: Real Madrid 6-1 Racing Santander
Barcelona vs Real Madrid – La Liga Standings: Top 5 Before Day 13
1. Real Madrid – 32 points
2. Barcelona – 31 points
3. Villarreal – 24 points
4. Espanyol – 22 points
5. Valencia – 21 points
Barcelona vs Real Madrid Match Statistics
Barcelona vs Real Madrid Match Report
It is about time Real Madrid realize that true champions are not only talented, but also mentally matured.
As for Cristiano Ronaldo, his fans were hoping he would break his goalless curse against the former treble winners. That was not the case though, and in addition to the already-disgraceful result of El Clasico, his immature behavior made his troubles’ load on his shoulders even heavier.
Barcelona first took the lead through Xavi, on 10 minutes. A wonderful pass, followed by a decent ball control and a nice finish allowed the hosts to establish themselves in the game, while it gave their visitors a hard early cuff. Looking at the replay, there were no doubts that Mourinho had not organized his offside trap ideally, and this was a negative sign for the rest of the game.
Indeed, Pedro’s name sneaked on the scoring sheet 8 minutes later with a strike inside the 6-yard box. The connection between the ball provider David Villa and the eventual goalscorer was faultless; but speaking of Real Madrid, their defense was decomposed and awkward. By then, Jose Mourinho knew that his men were in the hands of their enemies; he was simply helpless.
His front looked lethargic and his midfield was subjugated. There was nothing left to do. Cristiano Ronaldo however made the situation worst on 32 minutes when he refused to keep his calm and pushed Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola near the touch line to get the ball back in play with impatience. This caused Victor Valdes and Andres Iniesta to race toward the winger in anger along with other players on the field; but the referee stopped the row and booked the Portuguese forward, as well as the home side’s goalie.
In front of 98,255 spectators, the humiliated Real Madrid players had to go for a break at half-time, with the task of overturning a 2-0 score line afterward. The Camp Nou kept haunting Los Blancos in the second half with loud screams and taunts, and being powered to the maximum by their home fans, Barcelona came back stronger to sink their rivals even deeper.
David Villa finally clarified his image with a quick-fire double before the hour mark thanks to excellent contributions from Lionel Messi. The current league leaders played the rest of the match relentlessly, and they were rewarded with a late 5th goal—this time—from substitute Jeffren.
The Galacticos just could not handle the pressure and disgrace; but as opposed to the rest of his teammates, defender Sergio Ramos refused to contain himself, and lashed at Puyol and Xavi after horribly tackling Messi. He was sent off for his dreadful act; and obviously, it was a cheap red card.
Barcelona now top La Liga table with 34 points—either 2 points ahead of Real Madrid who occupy the second place still with 32 points. Several questions now arise concerning the future of Los Blancos’ biggest personalities: Does Mourinho still deserve to be called the Special One? Should Ronaldo expect to be a nominee for next years’ individual awards despite his infantilism and lack of influence in tough times?
More importantly, the club’s chances of holding La Liga title this season have become slighter. If ever they fail to become champions again, then it will be hard to know what and who Madrid really need to become a true kingdom. In the meantime, it would advisable for them to think of developing themselves—both tactically and mentally.
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