Real Madrid: Suppressing 'internal enemies', conquering 'external enemies'

(Baonghean.vn) Traveling to the home field of the "traditional loser" - Vallecano, but the Spanish Royal team almost had to pay the price when playing with a team with many reserves. However, Real rose up to win 3-2 with the excellence of Gareth Bale.

In the past confrontations between Vallecano and Real Madrid, all advantages belonged to the White Vultures. Regardless of home or away, every time they took the field, Franjirrojos was sure to lose.TThis match was no exception, the only difference was that this time it took place in the heartache of Real fans because the home team Vallecano "poured two buckets of cold water" in the first half and dangerous counterattacks in the second half. That made fans surprised by the "strange rise" of a Vallecano that had always "played the role of the defeated" in all 15 previous matches against each other in La Liga.

Vallecano “strange rise” and have some joy at the beginning of the match

Obviously, Vallecano has never been a worthy opponent of Real. But the number one priority for Real to aim for "at least one title" this season is not La Liga but the Champions League. Meanwhile, star Ronaldo is suffering from a strained right thigh muscle, and is unlikely to recover in time for the match against Man City. Therefore, any risk in terms of force before the important away trip to Etihad to meet Man City in the Champions League semi-finals next week means ending their own ambitions.

Coach Zidane understands that better than anyone. He “knows himself and his opponents” to field reserve players, so that the pillars such as Ramos, Carvajal and Casemiro… can rest. That is the reason why the home team had a chance to perform, creating an “earthquake” in the first half with Embarba’s opening goal and striker Miku’s cool finish that defeated Real goalkeeper Navas, raising the score to 2-0. Obviously, all of Real Madrid’s minds are focused on the semi-final match with Man City next Tuesday.

However, two goals in the first minutes due to Real’s defense being less alert were enough for the home team. Winning big against a “small fish” like Vallecano is not difficult if Real put out their strongest lineup. But ending the match with a 3-2 victory was enough for the Royal team to continue the race for the La Liga championship.

Bale's double helps Real come from behind to win

On a day without the full “BBC” trio because Ronaldo did not enter the field, Benzema also suffered an injury and had to leave the field in the first half, Gareth Bale’s excellent performance was especially impressive. The most expensive player in the world not only replaced Ronaldo to lead the attack but also directly scored a double (in the 35th and 81st minutes). This was the 9th time in his career that Bale scored against Rayo, more than any other opponent in La Liga. Meanwhile, Vazquez scored the equalizer 2-2 (in the 52nd minute) with a surprise header. Another very important factor in this comeback was Luka Modric, after being brought on from the bench. The appearance of the mainstay, the Croatian midfielder helped Real’s attack become much more solid and flexible.

Thanks to the spectacular comeback, Real has 81 points, continuing the La Liga championship race with Barca and Atletico, both with 82 points. It can be said that coach Zidane's calculations are on the right track when Real has had a series of 9 consecutive victories in La Liga, their best achievement since December 2014 under Carlo Ancelotti (12).

This victory is a gentle and wise "answer" after the fierce battle letter from the opponent Man City in the upcoming match. The "civil war" in Madrid has ended in victory, now "The White Vulture" can concentrate all its strength to invade Etihad with the determination to bring home 3 points.

Kim Thuy