Will Real Madrid's defense be good enough?
7/16/09
We all know Real Madrid has signed big names and is looking to challenge Barcelona next year, but what we don't know is if it'll work. A lot of the comments I've been hearing reflects concerns about their defense and draws comparisons to the "Galacticos" era where that area of the field was left in need. Let's take a moment and analyze some of the players in the team and see where they are...
Iker Casillas: World Class, no need to comment.
Marcelo - He had been playing last season as a left midfielder and wants to go back to left back in order to get a shot at Brazil's World Cup team. This may prove a positive aspect for Madrid as he will have to show improvement on his defensive game if Dunga is to give him a chance, we know he can attack. It's really up to him and I think he could be up for it.
Gabriel Heinze - In my opinion a great left back and can also cover as a central defender when needed. Lacks just a little bit offensive effectiveness to my liking, but defensively here's where Marcelo can gain needed experience from. I like this player and believe Madrid is fine with him.
Pepe - A "little" fiery, but a very good defender, reminds me of Lucio in a way. Don't believe they need any help here.
Ezequiel Garay - Young, solid, needs experience but that can only come with time.
Sergio Ramos - World Class. What else is new?
Christoph Metzelder - Didn't get a lot of games for Madrid last season, but he played the Euros for Germany. Has had his injuries, but I see that this can be a good season for him if given the chance. He is a good reader of the game and isn't a panicky player, he can add a touch of German coolness when necessary, just can't let him fall asleep.
Michel Salgado - I've always thought he was more athlete than player. By that I mean he is more fitness and brawn than technique, able to destroy a lot more than create and as he is older and less fit, his skills can let him down a bit. But as an experienced player, he can read the game and help younger players as well.
Raul Albiol - Great addition to the team, very solid and has done a great job for Spain. Shouldn't have a problem fitting in and already knows Sergio Ramos on the pitch which can only help Madrid and Spain in the end.
To be frank, defensively I think Real Madrid are just fine and will not be a cause for concern this year. They have great starters and their replacements are capable of taking care of business.
Can they stop Barcelona's attack? I'm not so sure a defense this new, chemistry wise, can do it at will and will be a daunting task at the Camp Nou, but at least they have a shot at the Bernabeu unlike last season. As long as Pellegrini sort out things up front and they don't let results slip against the other teams, they will be able to challenge Barça for La Liga. That's my opinion, now I want to know what YOU think.
Marcelo - He had been playing last season as a left midfielder and wants to go back to left back in order to get a shot at Brazil's World Cup team. This may prove a positive aspect for Madrid as he will have to show improvement on his defensive game if Dunga is to give him a chance, we know he can attack. It's really up to him and I think he could be up for it.
Gabriel Heinze - In my opinion a great left back and can also cover as a central defender when needed. Lacks just a little bit offensive effectiveness to my liking, but defensively here's where Marcelo can gain needed experience from. I like this player and believe Madrid is fine with him.
Pepe - A "little" fiery, but a very good defender, reminds me of Lucio in a way. Don't believe they need any help here.
Ezequiel Garay - Young, solid, needs experience but that can only come with time.
Sergio Ramos - World Class. What else is new?
Christoph Metzelder - Didn't get a lot of games for Madrid last season, but he played the Euros for Germany. Has had his injuries, but I see that this can be a good season for him if given the chance. He is a good reader of the game and isn't a panicky player, he can add a touch of German coolness when necessary, just can't let him fall asleep.
Michel Salgado - I've always thought he was more athlete than player. By that I mean he is more fitness and brawn than technique, able to destroy a lot more than create and as he is older and less fit, his skills can let him down a bit. But as an experienced player, he can read the game and help younger players as well.
Raul Albiol - Great addition to the team, very solid and has done a great job for Spain. Shouldn't have a problem fitting in and already knows Sergio Ramos on the pitch which can only help Madrid and Spain in the end.
To be frank, defensively I think Real Madrid are just fine and will not be a cause for concern this year. They have great starters and their replacements are capable of taking care of business.
Can they stop Barcelona's attack? I'm not so sure a defense this new, chemistry wise, can do it at will and will be a daunting task at the Camp Nou, but at least they have a shot at the Bernabeu unlike last season. As long as Pellegrini sort out things up front and they don't let results slip against the other teams, they will be able to challenge Barça for La Liga. That's my opinion, now I want to know what YOU think.
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