Zidane finished La Liga on a high despite losing it by a point. There are many positives to take. For example, Madrid became the first ever team in La Liga to win their last 12 matches. Zidane took a stunning 53 points from the 20 games Madrid played under him. Madridistas witnessed some unreal moments under Zizou's leadership. Zidane brought the perfect combination of attack and defence to this Madrid side. Zidane made some bold choices by benching James Rodriguez and Isco in important games like El Clasico.
PLAYERS ZIDANE BROUGHT BACK IN FORM!
1. CRISTIANO RONALDO:
Madridistas saw the unsual sight of Ronaldo running with Jordi Alba in his own half defending an over the top ball, winning a freekick for a foul on himself. That was the most unobserved version of CR7 Madridistas had ever seen. Even the commentators during El Clasico were surprised. CR7 has been in sensational form in Liga since Zidane's appointment. Ronaldo has scored 21 goals in Liga under Zidane. Ronaldo has become more of a leader under Zizou's guidance. Under Benitez Ronaldo's performance was dipping match by match. If Madrid win UCL, CR7 may have a good shot at the Ballon D'OR.
2. GARETH BALE:
In Zidane's first match as Madrid's head coach, Bale scored a stunning hattrick against Deportivo La Coruna. Bale has been performing a level up under Zizou. Bale has notched 10 goals in Liga under Zidane. Bale also stepped in important games in CR7's absence. Gareth scored the winners against Rayo Vallecano and Real Sociedad, both away games. With proper management and guidance like that of Zidane, Bale could prove that he can be a successor to CR7.
3. CRARVAJAL:
Under Benitez, Carvajal struggled to made an impact and was second choice right-back. Since Zidane's arrival, Carvajal has been more dangerous than ever, dominating that right wing, combining with Bale and CR7. Under Zizou, Carvajal again became the first-choice RB, thus stepping out of Danilo's shadow. Recently, Carvajal has been earning praises for his performances. Madridistas believe they have the best RB in the world.
THE LAST GAME!
Madrid did what they possibly could but it is always to have your own fate in your hands, but sadly that wasn't the case . With Suarez putting all the hopes to bed for Madrid by scoring a hattrick against Granada, Madrid players were left disappointed after defeating Deportivo. But I was astonished by the tactics Zidane used. For example, in the first 20 minutes I was flabbergasted with the frequent switching of wings and even center forward position by BBC. Even Benzema was playing on the left and sometimes right wing. That was too impressive tactics. Changing wings is always a good strategy for confusing defenders but a team's main striker taking part in it makes it magnificient. this shows versatility of Benzema. Deportivo were unable to cope up with CR7, Bale and Benzema's ever changing positions. Madridistas hope that Zidane stays with Madrid for a long time, there is a mutual feeling that the club is moving in right direction under Zidane. If Madrid can replicate the performance of their last 12 fixtures in La Liga they can surely win it next year.
Have your say Madridistas.
HALA MADRID!
CREDITS: Nishant Agarwal!
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