Celta Vigo 1-3 Real Madrid C.F : 5 Talking Points and Tactical Analysis

Modified Aug 18, 2019 17:07 GMT

RC Celta de Vigo v Real Madrid CF - La Liga

#2 Los Blancos' defensive woes are still visible

Despite Real Madrid managing to keep a clean sheet for majority of the game, Celta Vigo had no problems in exposing gaping gaps behind Marcelo and Alvaro Odriozola. The hosts managed to exploit the space left in behind by the full backs who like to move forward and assist in the attack. Odriozola almost surrendered a goal after losing the ball cheaply but was saved by VAR as it was ruled offside.

It is not a secret that the Brazilian is fond of venturing in the opposition's half and quite is exceptional at that but in the process leaves the left flank vulnerable to counter attacks which leaves a lot for Sergio Ramos to deal with. Real Madrid were saved on various occasions by exceptional defending by Raphael Varane and pointblank saves by Thibaut Courtois.

Real's defense likes to play a very high line that helps them build from the back but also puts them under added threats of counters from incisive passes. Despite that, Marcelo put in a fantastic performance as he was involved in all goals for Zidane's side.

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