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Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Highlights And Stats Of Last 5 Clasicos In Madrid
Real Madrid vs Barcelona: El Clasico Head-To-Head & Stats In La Liga – Brief Look
Before entering directly into the subject and reliving what can be referred to as “glorious” or “dramatic” Clasico moments, it is important to look back at the entire run of both clubs in their rivalry contest and assess their weight through historical facts. Since the creation of the Spanish Primera Division, Real Madrid and Barcelona have met on 161 occasions. Despite the recent 100% record established by Pep Guardiola for the Catalans against Los Blancos, the Castellans still hold the overall advantage with 5 victories more than their archrivals.
Both sides have drawn a total of 30 times, while 68 games ended at the delight of Real. Jose Mourinho’s current side can also boast of being the most efficient and attacking side in El Clasico’s league history, having netted 262 goals in all—11 more than Barca.
Dutch Snub For Van Nistelrooy As Robben Returns To The Squad.
Veteran striker Ruud Van Nistelrooy has been dropped out of the Dutch squad by Bert van Marwijk for the upcoming matches against Hungary. However it seems like the former Real Madrid and Manchester United striker might get a second chance, depending on Klaas Jan Huntelaar's fitnessSchalke striker Klaas Jan Huntelaar is struggling to be fit for next Friday's clash against Hungary in Budapest and the return fixture four days later in Amsterdam. Despite Ruud Van Nistelrooy being overlooked in selecting the original squad, van Marwijk hinted that Van Nistelrooy could get the call if Huntelaar fails to be fit in time.
Nistelrooy-Real Madrid Transfer Saga: Please Don’t Go Ruud – Hamburg’s Veh
Last weekend, the Dutch striker revealed that he was considering a return to the Santiago Bernabeu where he spent 4 years – scoring 64 goals in 96 appearances in the process. However, Ruud van Nistelrooy’s career at Real Madrid wasn’t free from frequent injury worries. In his last 2 years with Los Blancos, the current Hamburg striker featured in only 16 matches as he spent most of his time on the sidelines. In Germany, however, Nistelrooy fitness isn’t a worry and this is one of the reasons why Hamburg coach Armin Veh doesn’t understand why the 34-year-old should quit a place where he’s found peace when it comes to health issues.
Real Madrid Transfer News: Nistelrooy Going To Real Madrid Or Not?
Real Madrid are currently coping with only one striker – Karim Benzema – in their squad. Rumours about Los Blancos searching for a striker instantly hit the headlines after it was confirmed that Gonzalo Higuain would be out for more than 2 months. These transfer speculations transformed into genuine reports last week as Real Madrid’s general director Jorge Valdano revealed that the Spanish giants were actively searching for a striker. It is understood that the Spanish giants are looking at signing a quality striker which could help the team until the end of the season.
Ruud van Nistelrooy: Hamburg extend contract despite injuries.
Ruud van Nistelrooy is presently providing Hamburg with remarkable performances and he has scored three goals already in two German Bundesliga matches. The Dutch has subsequently emerged as one of the fans’ favorite, but some anxious people have started speculating about his future.
However, Nistelrooy is calm about this subject as he prefers to concentrate on his football. Talking to Hamburger Abendblatt, the HSV player stated:
"I often get asked if I’ll return to Netherlands to end my playing career. But I think that this is not a really an issue at the moment for me.
"Things can change quickly in the world of football and I’m aware of that. On that note, it doesn’t make sense for me at all to look too far ahead.
Euro 2012 Qualifying – San Marino vs Netherlands: Ruud Van Nistelrooy Delighted
The Hamburg striker, who was plagued by injuries during his last couple of years at Real Madrid, is in top form. Ruud van Nistelrooy has already netted six goals for Hamburg this season in only three matches.
Now on Friday, the Dutch legend will finally get the chance to honor the colors of his country once again. Nistelrooy wanted to join the Oranje for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa but he was snubbed by Coach Bert van Marwijk as the Netherlands earned silver medals. Ruud tackled this issue as he stated:
“I still feel that I could have been important for the team at the World Cup. I’ve got to admit that I wasn’t 100 per cent fit yet, though. But I’m in a much better shape now.”
Euro 2012 Qualifying – San Marino vs Netherlands Match Preview
San Marino have a dreadful record against the Netherlands. Their 23-0 aggregate score line over four meetings tells it all. Ironically, the Oranje have enjoyed bigger goal fests away to San Marino than in Holland. Just like Andorra and the Faroe Islands, San Marino’s status in the world of football is terribly below standards and there seems to have been very little improvement, if not nothing at all.
As Group E looks evenly balanced with Sweden, Finland, and Hungary appearing as realistic contenders to grab a qualifying spot, the Netherlands would love to kick start their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign in a great manner. Coach Bert van Marwijk will not fill his strongest side, but the Dutch are widely poised to trounce San Marino once again.