Real Madrid a 'failure': Cryuff

Three-time Ballon d’Or winner and Dutch legend labels Mourinho’s Madrid as a ‘failure’ for trailing 16 points with Barcelona. Real’s inconsistent performances has led to fall to the 3rd position behind Barcelona and Atletico.

“At this stage of the season, Real Madrid being 16 points behind Barcelona can only be called a failure,” the former Barca coach told reporters.

Cruyff suggested the move to drop Iker Casillas for Real’s recent 3-2 defeat to Malaga was based on more than just current form.

“You don’t lose your place overnight,” he said.

Real Madrid stand 3rd with 33 points in the Spanish League.