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Real Madrid 2017 Vs. Real Madrid 2007

... Madrid 2007: Which Is the Stronger XI. 1 of 13. Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images. Turn the clocks back a decade and the Real Madrid side looked extremely different to the team now—although one component of the lineup remains the same, providing a link from then to now. But how do the two teams compare. Real Madrid have just vanquished Napoli in the Champions League, progressing thanks to a comeback victory in Italy, while 10 years ago almost to the day, they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Getafe. We've lined up the teams to decide which XI is superior, matching players as positionally close as possible throughout given the two lineups fielded different formations. GK: Keylor Navas vs. Iker Casillas. 2 of 13. Michael Steele/Getty Images. Keylor Navas was perhaps at a higher level last season than this, but even at his peak, he cannot hope to compete with what Iker Casillas achieved at the club. In 2007, San Iker was still performing at a consistently high level. He was the last line of defence, entrusted with keeping Madrid competing at the elite end of the game even ...

Barcelona Lose La Liga Lead To Real Madrid

... which had won only one of its last 10 matches, moved to 15 th place with 27 points, eight clear of the relegation zone. Real Madrid 2, Real Betis 1. Sergio Ramos' powerful header helped Madrid survive Keylor Navas' mistake. The goalkeeper stopped Antonio Sanabria's 25 th-minute shot after diving to his left, but the ball escaped his grip and he ended pushing it across the line while trying to pull it back. Navas yelled at himself after getting up and covered his face with both hands. Navas is having an up-and-down season and is often criticized by Madrid fans and Spanish media, but he helped his cause thanks to the difficult late save off a close-range header by Sanabria. Betis players wanted a red card for Navas just before the own-goal after he left his area and collided with Darko Brasanac, but the referee didn't call a foul. Betis played a man down from the 78 th after Cristiano Piccini was shown a second yellow card. Cristiano Ronaldo's 41 st-minute goal came off a ...

Latest Rumours On Eden Hazard And Isco

... Premier League. According to Squawka , Hazard has also created 54 chances and completed an astounding 120 take-ons. He's also been fouled 75 times—virtually three times per game on average, having made 26 appearances—which demonstrates his opponents are well aware of the threat he poses. Bleacher Report UK's Sam Tighe believes he has been the best wide player in the league this year. Bleacher Report UK @br_uk. Eden Hazard leads the way in @stighefootball’s rankings of the best Premier League wingers this season __link__/HVFa UIeka Q __link__/mqr Nnyxjzt. The 26-year-old scored in yet another effervescent display against West Ham United on Monday, earning plaudits from football journalist Dan Levene and Bleacher Report UK's Garry Hayes. Dan Levene @danlevene. West Ham 0-1 Chelsea: Kante starts the break. Hazard> Pedro> Hazard - the Belgian turns, beats the defence, and slots past Randolph. Magical. 3/6/2017, 8:26:45 PM. Garry Hayes @garryhayes. Seen the replay of Hazard's goal again. The intelligence/patience he shows to stay onside is sublime. Too many don't in those ...

Is Casemiro Real Madrid's Most Important Player

... rest of the team to perform from. At Real Madrid , the manager is the builder, or perhaps, even the project manager. To elongate the metaphor, Sergio Ramos is perhaps the bricks of the outer wall, omnipresent regardless of stylistic changes, while Cristiano Ronaldo is the facade, the expensive addition to add the touch of class regarded as necessary to shine brighter than the rest. But for any of those components to succeed, for any of those individuals to be able to display their ability with regularity, a building or a team needs a foundation. Rock-solid, stable and carrying whatever burden necessary. At Real Madrid, that's Casemiro. Importance vs. Best. It's important to address what we're suggesting in clear terms: Casemiro isn't the greatest player at the club. He's not the finest import, the name who kids want on their replica jerseys, and he's certainly not in the running for the title of "best" in any onlookers' definition of the word. But for importance, it's entirely possible he cannot be matched. Real ...

Zinedine Zidane Wants To Sign Eden Hazard For Real Madrid This Summer In Cash-plus-morata Deal

... Perez had been set to make Juventus ‘ Paulo Dybala this summer’s ‘Galactico’ signing. Keep up to date with ALL the Chelsea news, gossip, transfers and goals on our club page plus fixtures, results and live match commentary. The club have even reportedly convinced the Argentine to sign a clause in his impending new Juve deal allowing him to leave when Los Blancos make an offer. But Zidane has apparently told Perez that he would rather sign Hazard , and the Bernabeu supremo is willing to consider his demands. Hazard is not believed to be interested in leaving Chelsea, and won’t force a move, but he would be willing to go if the club choose to sell him. MOST READ IN SPORT. 2 Ron Rons. Isco could be another potential alternative for Chelsea in any Hazard deal. In an attempt to try to force Antonio Conte’s hand, Real Madrid are willing to give him the opportunity to unite the Spain partnership of Diego Costa and Morata at club level. The Blues ...

Latest Rumours On James Rodriguez And Eden Hazard

... the creative axis for some of Madrid's best performances in his debut term. Rodriguez was excellent working under Ancelotti. Denis Doyle/Getty Images. Even in his current place on the periphery of the squad, Rodriguez continues to make an impression, with two goals and five assists in just 611 minutes of La Liga action this season. Per Squawka Football, he has an impressive record at the club. Squawka Football @Squawka. James Rodriguez has been directly involved in 67 goals in 101 games for Real Madrid. 37 assists 30 goals Proven quality. __link__/A 5 cc DO 08 C 6. 3/4/2017, 5:19:00 PM. In many respects, Bayern could well be a perfect move for the Colombian if he does want to kickstart his career at another European giant. Ancelotti knows him well, and while the German champions do possess quality in midfield, their squad is without what you'd class as an orthodox No. 10, whereas Madrid's is bursting with them. Subsequently, Rodriguez may get more playing time at the Allianz Arena. Eden Hazard , Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Interest. Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images. According to ...

Latest Rumours On David De Gea And Mateo Kovacic

... struggled to replicate the sensational form he showcased in 2015-16. Opta Jose @Opta Jose. 32 - Keylor Navas has already conceded 32 goals in all competitions, one more than the whole of last season at Real Madrid (31). Pressure. __link__/vd 3 Yx 3 p Pa I. 3/4/2017, 4:51:03 PM. As one of the best goalkeepers in the world, £50 million represents a fair price to pay for De Gea, especially given he still has many years left at the top. However, according to Moxley, United are hoping to agree a new contract with De Gea that'd mean any suitors would need to pay around £70 million for his services. Perhaps that's why Real are keen on a quick decision from the Spain international. Juventus Looking at Mateo Kovacic. Power Sport Images/Getty Images. According to OK Diario (h/t __link__ ) Juventus are considering Real Madrid's Mateo Kovacic as they seek to strengthen their midfield options. It's ...