Real Madrid manage to get back to winning ways
Real Madrid manage to get back to winning ways after a bowing out to Arsenal in the Champions League in embarrassing fashion. Los Blancos secured a hard fought win against an Athletic Bilbao side that proved to be difficult to break down. An amazing strike from Federico Valverde in extra time. Real Madrid needed that win desperately as they were on the verge of going six weeks behind Barcelona. We are entering the final weeks of the season and Los Blancos must avoid dropping points if they are to retain La Liga.
Los Blancos beat an in form Athletic team
Real Madrid were on the verge of dropping two points this weekend until Valverde rescued them again. This clash was never going to be easy as the Basque Giants have been in formidable form this season. Athletic Bilbao boast the best defensive record in the league meaning that Los Blancos was going to need extra firepower to break them down. Bilbao were also boosted by the fact that they secured their place in the Europa League with a convincing victory against Rangers. Athletic continued to maintain their excellent defensive system when they faced Real Madrid as they played a low block and were well organized at the back.
Los Merengues will hope to be at their best this week against Getafe
This proved to be a confidence booster for Real Madrid who will need to be at their best for the remainder of the season. Los Blancos face a tricky test when they take on Getafe away from home on Wednesday as they bid to stay on par with Barcelona. Getafe will be no walk in the park as Los Azulones took points away from both Barcelona and Atletico earlier this season. Los Azulones are also known for their compact shape at the back and their low block defense. It will once again take an individual moment of brilliance to get the better of a team that will be happy to sit back and defend. Real Madrid have failed to get things right from the tactical aspect of things and that has been very evident all season.
