Saturday's duel between the biggest rivals in Spanish football Barcelona and Real Madrid can not help but fall into the category of "all or nothing". Two of the biggest teams in the world coming into the battle of opposing positions, but as we know in derby everything is decided on the field, and elements such as form or standings are completely negligible role.
Before the game of "Camp Nou" Real is 10 points behind Barca, who leads the standings in the remaining 8 games still to finish. "White Ballet" also falls short and to the point of city rivals Atletico, so victory is vital.
Barcelona turn continues with the series of matches unbeaten and certainly looks like a team with more arguments for the title in La Liga. In their last league match Catalans made a 2: 2 against Villarreal, which may have been a wake-up call. However, the feeling is that La Liga Barcelona holds all the trump cards.
A loss in such an important match and so important period of the season can launch a real disaster. Clear that Real Madrid and Barcelona will chase three points than a matter of honor, turned into something much more.
It is often said that collisions of similar caliber small details decide everything. Here are 5 factors that could affect the outcome of the match:
5. Battle on wings
When looking into the flanks of both the composition, we can hardly expect anything different from the whirlwind. And in defense and attack formations of Real and Barca gusting in from the talent on the wings - Madrid rely heavily on Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, while Barca end tachliniite will operate Lionel Messi and Neymar. Such players promise a lot of problems for any fullback, although Spanish mastodons have some of the best in the world on these posts.
Jordi Alba for some time suffers from a problem in the ankle, but the international break came just in time and the Spaniard will be ready for the game of "Camp Nou". These are more than happy news for coach Luis Enrique, who would have been in serious trouble given the injury to Jérémy Mathieu. If Alba had not recovered, the coach would have no choice but to bet on Adriano Korea, which despite its huge contribution over the years, would surely have a lot of trouble against Bale or Ronaldo. Dani Alves remains the same constant for "blaugranas" which has always been so Barca should not worry more than necessary.
The tasks before the flank defenders Real - Marcelo and Dani Carvajal - also will be lighter.
4. Iniesta in midfield
In that 4: 0 in the middle of "Santiago Bernabeu" Andres Iniesta delivered a lecture true Real in midfield. Veteran literally do whatever he wants with the ball, as even aside from his impressive goal, he was one of the most important figures for Barca. Iniesta skillfully conducted the game, forcing Toni Kroos and Luka Modric often go out of position to chase him all over the field. Barcelona playmaker finished the game with 95% success rate in their passes and an assist for the goal of Neymar.
Expectations experienced midfielder never been young and now Barca fans are hoping to see another strong game from him. Real undoubtedly consider ways to counteract Iniesta, who at every opportunity will be put under pressure. The aim is to limit his movement, which allowed him so easy to split the defense of Real Madrid putting submissions in the previous match.
Iniesta himself showed he was aware of the importance of the derby. "This is the first payoff from those us for the remainder of the season. From now on all matches are finals for us, "he said before tomorrow's meeting.
3. Suarez against Ramos and Pepe
In the first three editions of El Clasico Luis Suarez managed to excel in each of them. He gave an assist in his debut, he scored the winner in the next meeting, and in the most recent scored two goals. El Pistolero may ponamali scoring pace lately, but a team like Real in any case will not underestimate him. The main weapon against Uruguayan Madrid will be the presence of Sergio Ramos and Pepe at the heart of the defense. Although no solid age, they remain one of the best in his post, but on top of that are known for their skills to pull off balance every rival.
Suarez knows very well against whom faces - in October, before the first Clasico, he called Ramos' worst enemy against whom I played. " However Uruguayan scored twice in that meeting, namely catching the Spaniard off guard. Be sure that Ramos will do everything in their power to prevent the same mistake on Saturday.
2. Goalie battle - against Bravo Navas
Despite the strong success of Barcelona in the previous meeting, we can not help but note that Real would have scored at least two goals if not for the exploits of Claudio Bravo. Chilean goalkeeper seemed ridiculously good at "Bernabeu" Ronaldo was not even able to overcome it left completely unmarked in front of him.
On the other hand, there are no weak guard. Summer speculation and failed barter with Manchester United's David de Gea in no way impacted Keylor Navas. Kostarikanetsat silent rather than his critics with his performances so far, though the team just does not is the position everyone expected. The four goals that allowed in his first Clasico, certainly more than wonderful incentive to spoil the evening of Barca in their home.
1. Lionel Messi
We can not differentiate one of the most prominent players in the history of Clasico as a separate category. What made the success of Barca over Real at the end of last year, even more impressive was that Barca drew 3: 0 in Madrid, while Messi still sitting on the bench. Then many expected "blaugranas" have difficulty without their best player, but they were totally refuted. Messi was in no condition that would allow him to start the game, but Barca and did not seem particularly needed him at that moment.
Subsequent matches helped the Argentine gradually return to its previous level and now he seems more than ready for the clash with the great enemy. The key factor in whether it will be able to make known their breakthroughs from the right wing to the middle of the pitch. When this happens usually Ivan Rakitic shifts to the touchline and roof area. Recently, Luis Enrique tried to experiment in this respect began to run Flea and left. Overall, however, he has never been restricted in their movements, and if Real do not do it, will suffer a lot. Messi tends to perform very strongly in the important matches, making it self-level threat.
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