The Real Madrid football club has hit a stumbling block in its quest for the Liga title, following a crushing 2-1 defeat by Real Betis at the Benito Villamarin on Saturday evening. This setback pushed Los Blancos down from a shared top spot to a third position, leaving them trailing behind leading club Barcelona by a margin of three points. What was more disheartening was the lack of resistance shown by the team during the match.
The dearth of a strong presence from the academy product was felt acutely by the team, as David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger had a tough time keeping a rein on Cucho Hernandez from Betis. As the week progresses, the situation does not seem to promise any respite, with the prospect of facing Antoine Griezmann, Julian Alvarez, Angel Correa, and Alexander Sorloth looming large.
The absence of a forceful performance from Los Blancos during the match against Betis raises questions about the team’s preparations and strategic planning. The team’s defensive lineup, particularly Alaba and Rudiger, seemed to struggle against the offensive strategies of Betis.
This defeat not only impacts Real Madrid’s position in the league but also raises questions about the club’s tactical decisions and coaching staff. Amid these challenges, the team needs to regroup and strategize effectively to face the formidable combination of Griezmann, Alvarez, Correa, and Sorloth in the coming week.