On the occasion of the 102nd Madrid derby is the first time that Zidane will cross the path of the Argentine technician Diego Simeone this Saturday (16.00) on behalf of the 26th day of Liga. A shock to the summit between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid promises to once again be rich in intensity . In particular, with the best attack in the Spanish league to one side, however amputated Gareth Bale, who will face the best defense. Currently, men Zinedine Zidane rising to 71 goals in the league, which does not impress much for imperial defense of Rojiblancos, who have conceded just 11 goals since the start of the season. A new challenge for the French technician who proves complicated since Rafael Benitez had to settle for a draw last October in the first leg (1-1).
Power offensive against defensive wall
especially as Real Madrid will be without leading trio of the BBC, with the absence of Gareth Bale that has relapsed for a few weeks, while Karim Benzema has been back on Saturday afternoon. The Ronaldo-Benzema duo will he tough enough to break the record defensive block of Diego Godin teammates? Not sure. Wednesday, if they have had to settle for draw with PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, Diego Simeone’s men have still kept their clean sheet. The key element of this defensive success n ‘ is other than the goalkeeper Jan Oblak. The Slovenian is also is poised to seize the Zamora trophy awarded to the best goalkeeper in La Liga.
Second place at stake
the Real Madrid (54 points), which is third in the standings, has a chance for a win to move to Atlético (55 points) , the Colchoneros being them able to widen the gap on their opponents. FC Barcelona, the championship leader, has already taken a lot in advance with 63 points. First place seemed already compromised for both formations Madrid, derby could be capital for second place. A draw between the clubs in the capital arrange his affairs Catalan leader. Additional pressure to get a win at all costs.
Written by Lamia El Hanbali
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