Today was a great day. Barca won the first Clasico at home & my son’s U10 club team won 8-nil today. He had 4 assists playing left back.
Had to watch the 2nd half from my DVR. Here are some of my thoughts…
- Surprised Barca held CR7 shotless in the first half.
- Ancelotti is proof that just because you have a lot talent doesn’t mean it equates to playing well & winning. His PSG team struggled a great deal last year in Ligue Une so I’m not surprised at his RM side struggling. Ancelotti has always had problems tactically & choosing the right side.
- CR7 should always play his natural role & everyone fits in around him. This should be the standing role until CR7 gets old & his form starts to slide.
- Is Isco hurt? I was just thinking Jese looks really active & will impact this game & BAM!
- Bale is not trash. No way no how. His problem is that it seems RM mishandled his injury. He’s doesn’t look match fit & finding his form is going to take work. I think he should’ve come off the bench & should continue to do so until he starts getting more comfortable. I’m confident he’ll find his form & become the electrifying player he’s capable of being.
- Neymar is a beast! He’s looked like he’s been playing with Barca for years. It makes me chuckle to think people said he’d struggle. I’m excited about seeing this kid develop. My only criticism so far is that he needs to consistently look for his shot. I think he wants to defer to the senior players.
- Glad to see Xavi played well. Ditto with Iniesta, my favorite player. It looks like Iniesta is finally becoming comfortable in Tata’s game plan.
- Speaking of Tata, how brilliant is this guy?!?! From smartly rotating his players & his tactical game plan, this guy has proven to be a great hire. Love this guy & look forward to seeing him on the sidelines for many years to come.
- Finally, that Alexis goal… Wow…