5 greatest matches for Real Madrid under Zinedine Zidane

#2 Barcelona 1-3 Real Madrid (13/8/2017)

FC Barcelona v Real Madrid - Supercopa de Espana: 1st Leg

Coming off the back of a league and European Cup double, Zidane’s side took the opportunity to stamp their authority on the new season at the first opportunity, as they scored an impressive 3-1 win in the first leg of the Spanish Super Cup in the opening match of the campaign. Not only did his side win, they did so decisively – and without the help of Ronaldo from the beginning.

It was a typically dramatic Clasico, with Gerard Pique’s own goal putting Madrid into the ascendancy before Lionel Messi levelled with a penalty.

Ronaldo showcased his qualities again to put Madrid into the lead after coming off the bench and was subsequently booked for removing his shirt. Marco Asensio then made it 3-1 as Barca wilted, yet Ronaldo was dismissed after barging the referee in the back, earning him a five-match ban that he later branded “incomprehensible”.

While this match will be remembered primarily for the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s dismissal, it should not be forgotten just how superior Madrid were to their great rivals.

Indeed, it seemed to have confirmed a new era of domestic dominance for Los Blancos, though history has shown otherwise as the Catalans ran away with the honours in the league.