Barcelona have once again defeated Real Madrid, this time with an overwhelming display at the Alfredo di Stéfano stadium. Just days after beating Real Madrid in the Champions League, Barcelona secured another victory to effectively end the Liga title race. The win extends Barcelona’s lead to 13 points over their closest rivals with only six matches remaining.
Madrid’s Tactical Shift
Real Madrid, under Quesada’s new structure, showed more tactical organisation than in their previous Champions League encounter. Quesada altered the formation to a 5-4-1, positioning Linda Caicedo up front and utilising María Méndez, Lakrar, and Rocío Gálvez in central defence. This adjustment made the team more compact initially, hindering Barcelona’s early attacks, but they struggled to bring the ball out from the back.
Barcelona’s high pressing caused issues for their opponents, often leading to lost possession or rushed clearances towards Linda Caicedo.
Barcelona’s Attacking Pressure
Barcelona initially struggled to convert their dominance into clear chances. Patri, Alexia, and Serrajordi orchestrated play from midfield, while Hansen, Schertenleib, and Salma formed the attacking trio. Despite maintaining possession, they struggled to test Misa in the Madrid goal. Real Madrid then threatened on the counter-attack through Caicedo, who had previously scored twice against Paredes. However, Serrajordi prevented Caicedo from getting a clear shot on goal.
This scare prompted Barcelona to inject more pace into their attacks. Hansen beat Yasmim and forced Misa into action, before Ona scored from the edge of the area. The shot deflected off Gálvez, looping into the net. Madrid were defending so deeply that any deflection seemed likely to prove decisive.
Hansen’s Growing Influence
Taking the lead allowed Pere Romeu’s team to find their rhythm, with Hansen becoming increasingly influential. The winger repeatedly exploited the space on the right against Yasmim, who struggled to contain her.
- Barcelona beat Real Madrid, extending their Liga F lead.
- Real Madrid shifted to a 5-4-1 formation.
- Ona scored the opening goal for Barcelona.
Barcelona’s comfortable victory over their rivals has cemented their position at the top of the league, making them the clear favourites to lift the title.