Real Madrid are unstoppable at the moment. He has just achieved a seventh consecutive victory in all competitions, dominating Athletic Bilbao at home (1-0). A new success acquired thanks to the inevitable Karim Benzema, author of his 12e goal of the season. Top scorer in La Liga, the French striker, fourth in the Ballon d’Or 2021 achieves a great start to the season just like the end of last season. And he drags the whole White House in his wake. The Merengues are solid leaders in the Spanish league with seven points ahead of their runner-up, Atletico de Madrid (which has one game less).
7 consecutive wins, 10 games without defeat
Thanks to their success against Bilbao, Real continued their strong winning streak, which began on October 30 against Elche at home. The Merengue therefore remain on seven consecutive successes between La Liga and the Champions League: Elche, Shakhtar, Rayo Vallecano, Granada, Sheriff, Sevilla and Athletic. Above all, they have been unbeaten for 10 matches and their defeat on the lawn of Espanyol Barcelona (2-1) on October 3. Real Madrid have only been hooked once, against Osasuna (0-0) and they notably won the Clasico against Barcelona on October 24.
This unbeaten streak has allowed Real to take control of the championship, which should not let go anytime soon.
80 points out of 99 possible since February
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Vinicius Junior has made a very strong start to the season. © AFP
This streak of consecutive victories reflects the excellent first half of the season for Real, who have lost only twice, only in 20 matches in all competitions. Against the Spaniard and Sheriff Tiraspol. The Madrilenians have won 15 of these 20 matches and conceded two draws (Against Levante at the start of the season and Osasuna).
It is even wise to note that this superb start to the season for Real is part of the momentum of a good calendar year 2021. Since February, the Merengues have played 44 matches between the League and the Champions League, with 31 victories, 10 draws and only three defeats (Chelsea, Sheriff in the Champions League and Espanyol), which means they have won 70% of their matches.
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In La Liga alone, Real Madrid have played 33 matches since February, with 24 wins, 8 draws and one loss (Espanyol). Carlo Ancelotti’s men gleaned 80 points out of the 99 possible, or 81% of the points. This season, they total 11 league wins, three draws and one loss, and have pros 36 out of 45 possible points (80%). While knowing that they had a bad patch in April-May, where they won only two matches out of eight in all competitions, causing them to lose the league title.
Best attack in La Liga with 35 goals in 15 matches
Real Madrid have won so many matches, inevitably thanks to their very powerful attack. Carried at arm’s length last season by Karim Benzema, Madrid’s offensive sector has several lethal weapons. In addition to the French striker, top scorer in the championship and second best passer (7 assists in 15 matches), we must highlight the explosion of the Brazilian Vinicius Junior. Often mocked for his ineffectiveness, the 21-year-old striker has turned into a real scoring machine, scoring 9 goals in 12 league appearances this season, making him the second-highest scorer in La Liga. The two men are also supported by Macro Ascensio, 4 goals
Thanks to their prolific duo, Real have the best attack in the Spanish league with 35 goals scored in 15 matches, more than two goals per match. Far ahead of the second best attack Atletico (26 goals). This offensive efficiency allows Real to chain success this season.
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