The Madrid derby did not go without a trace for Real Madrid. Carlo Ancelotti’s side not only lost two points, but also lost goalkeeper Courtois. Barcelona’s misfire allowed them to reduce the distance to the first line to three points. Players adapted to the change of scheme and principles of the game, so they became very dangerous opponents.
Villarreal became the main discovery of the season in Spain. The team radically changed the vector of development, presenting a bright attacking team. Marcelino has a lot of creative players at his disposal, who are not too skillful in tackling and pressing. In the center of the field there is no alternative to the captain Dani Parejo, who even in the past was not distinguished by high speed. Therefore, control, transfers from flank to flank with the opponent’s defense is almost the only option for the guests. Thanks to good realization Villarreal are in third place, trailing Real Madrid by just one point.