The brawl at the end of the Spanish Super Cup Second Leg was a shame, as it masked the clear improvement in Mourinho's side. Efficiency was the only thing that held back Real Madrid from victory last night, Barcelona on the other hand were relatively ruthless.
The facts of the match state that Real Madrid took the majority of possession in both games, Real Madrid created the most chances in both games, and Real Madrid were the better side in both games. The difference some have argued was Leo Messi and perhaps that is the only difference between Barcelona and the other teams in the world. Only a 2-3 month injury to Messi will provide enough evidence for that theory.
Mourinho pushed his team up, especially during Barcelona goal kicks. Forcing Valdes to kick long and lose the ball to the taller Madrid midfielders. This was remarkably effective in stifling Barcelona's passing style, there was never enough space.
The gap has closed and Madrid ought to get a lot more points against the other 18 teams than they did last year.
Weaknesses in Madrid's side consist of wastefulness, poor discipline and a keeper who can't kick a football.
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