After the victory over Osasuna, Real Madrid are one step closer to la Liga champions. However, Ancelotti looked frustrated, and the reason is not difficult to understand, the psychology of Benzema, who lost the point twice, was hit, and Alaba and Ceballos both withdrew due to injury.
After basically locking up the La Liga title, the Champions League has become another important target for Real Madrid this season. However, they will first pass the Manchester City barrier, and in just six days, they will have the first leg against the Blue Moon.
However, Real Madrid suffered an unexpected blow. Before Osasuna, legendary striker Mijatović reminded Carlo Ancelotti that "Real Madrid have three key players, Courtois, Modric and Benzema, and when the season comes to an end, we have to do everything possible not to let them have any accidents." ”
"Benzema was supposed to take a break because we were at the most critical time of the season. But it's normal to do that, because when a striker is in good shape, he tells you that his physical fitness, his form is perfect. ”
However, Benzema, who has been in a brave state recently, suddenly has a weak foot, and the two penalties in the 511st and 58th minutes were blocked by Herrera. Osasuna goalkeeper Herrera became the first La Liga goalkeeper to save two penalties in a single game since Arsenal in February 2018. He also became the first La Liga goalkeeper since the 2003-04 season to block Real Madrid's penalties twice in a single game.
Benzema set an embarrassing record, becoming the first La Liga player since Tamudo in 2005-06 to concede two penalties in a single game. Alekosis, a well-known statistics expert, pointed out that Benzema also became the first Real Madrid player in league history to concede two penalties in a single game.
Mijatovic analyzed, "There is no doubt that two penalties will affect Karim Benzema's subsequent performance. It's a psychological problem, and if you miss a penalty, then you create doubt and fear. ”
In addition to the psychologically battered Benzema, the injuries of Alaba and Ceballos will also leave Ancelotti stretched out against Manchester City.
Alaba performed well in this campaign, opening the record for Real Madrid. However, before the end of the first half, Alaba injured his thigh and was replaced by Carvajal. The Newspaper asAs revealed that Alaba's left abductor muscle was uncomfortable and there was a risk that he might not be able to play in the first leg against Manchester City.
Ceballos, who also had a great performance in this campaign, cramped in the 71st minute before being replaced by Kroos. In addition, Casemiro, Mendy, Marcelo and Bale may also miss the match against Manchester City.