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Too tall a task.
An early goal might shift the tide but I don’t see us coming back this time. Not this year the way it’s gone. 3 goal deficit is far too large.
“Let’s be honest: Real Madrid’s comebacks of the past few years — as heroic, admirable, and improbable as they were — came in part because the deficit wasn’t as large as it should’ve been: Paris, 2022, they only lost 1 – 0 thanks to Courtois; Manchester, 2022, they somehow only… pic.twitter.com/rwOkXdUiP1
— Managing Madrid (@managingmadrid) April 10, 2025
Rest in Peace Leo Beenhakker.
Our former legendary Dutch coach who led Los Blancos during the famous La Quinta De Buitre era which dominated the domestic setup has passed away aged 82. During the four seasons that he managed Real Madrid, Leo Beenhakker won 3 LaLiga titles, 1 Copa del Rey, and 2 Spanish Super Cups. Our thoughts and prayers with his family.
Official Announcement: Leo Beenhakker passes away.
— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadriden) April 10, 2025
Well what if he’s played in his natural position.
Perhaps we’ll never know what numbers he’s truly capable off. Not at Real Madrid at least. That’s a tragic thought.
“But for all of Rodrygo’s brilliant skills, he hasn’t quite managed to take that leap in terms of delivering the goals on a consistent basis. He racked up 19 goals and 11 assists in 57 appearances in 2022/23, and 18 goals and 9 assists in 52 appearances in 2023/24, and this… pic.twitter.com/rEBNl3PsLN
— Managing Madrid (@managingmadrid) April 10, 2025
“Rodrygo has registered just one goal and three assists in his last 17 appearances for Real Madrid across all competitions. Since Mbappé’s arrival, Rodrygo’s goal-scoring responsibilities have notably diminished, placing him further away from the primary attacking spotlight.… pic.twitter.com/jYxOrS5A3x
— Managing Madrid (@managingmadrid) April 10, 2025
The problem is systemic.
“The Brazilian winger has registered his fewest touches per 90 inside the penalty area since the start of the 2022–23 season. Additionally, his rate of successful take-ons per 90 this season is his lowest since the 2021–22 campaign.”
Full article:… pic.twitter.com/qPjnNWAN1k
— Managing Madrid (@managingmadrid) April 10, 2025
“He’s currently posting his second-lowest figure for successful take-ons per 90 since the 2017–18 season—a concerning dip in his ability to unsettle defenders one-on-one. Defensively, Mbappé is tracking at a career-low for ball recoveries per 90.”
Full… pic.twitter.com/s0rLIMi8RG
— Managing Madrid (@managingmadrid) April 10, 2025