As Barcelona returned to action after the international break, the emphasis was always on two particular games that highlighted their calendar this month – Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Now having passed the first big test, that too with flying colours, the Catalans stare the next big challenge in the eye whilst on a high.
El Clasico is finally here, a game that has not quite gone in their favour in recent times. Real Madridhave beaten the Catalans in the last three Clasico’s in official competitions with the latest one being a late comeback win at the Santiago Bernabeu.
A lot is riding on Saturday night’s game for which Real Madrid have got an extra day of rest and the home advantage.
Barcelona, meanwhile, are still on cloud nine after their win over Bayern Munich and will look to ride the same wave of momentum.
Barça Universal brings you three talking points ahead of El Clasico.
One more step to paradise
Some may find Barcelona’s celebrations after the win over Bayern Munich to be a bit much, especially considering it was just a win in the early stages of the UEFA Champions League. Yet, it was not exaggerated one bit for only the players and fans know how much the win meant to the team.
Having been suppressed in Europe in recent years, the game finally marked the team’s win over a serious elite opposition and a team that has been a nemesis in recent times, thus providing the dressing room with confidence like never before.
With the German giants conquered, all eyes are on the second consecutive game against a European heavyweight, this time in Real Madrid. To win both games would be a dream come true for Hansi Flick and co. and a true marker of their potential this season.
The 90 minutes at the Santiago Bernabeu will not be easy, especially considering Los Blancos’ form in recent weeks. However, a win would take the team to paradise and a stunning six points clear on top of the league table.
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Author : Adithya Eshwarla
Publish date : 2024-10-25 17:45:00
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