The absence of a bad boy condemns Ancelotti’s defense system
By Samuel Rodríguez.- Since Casemiro left Real Madrid’s midfield, nothing has been the same in the Italian coach’s defensive system. His physical effort and ability to recover are characteristics that Camavinga and Tchouaméni share, but not that imposing figure that rivals dare not challenge. Something that also has an effect on the defensive line, including Coutois himself who, despite a good season, does not look much like last season’s goalkeeper.
A MADRID BE OF CHARACTER
Kroos and Modric are no longer able to cover areas of the field they used to reach easily and the ‘box to box’ now falls into the figure of the defensive pivot. In fact, the Brazilian’s departure has enabled the football explosion of both French midfielders whose youth is their main asset, despite not having the presence of a tough guy to impose on the pitch. Even Rüdiger and his fame as a villain has failed to establish himself as the heir to the Casemiro, Pepe, Xabi Alonso or Arbeloa in the white team. For now, no member of the squad is creating fear among the rival forwards and that facilitates scoring chances and goals against during the season compared to 2021/2022.
GAVI AND RIVAL ENVY
Youth, talent and plenty of character are just some of the Spain international’s likes and dislikes in equal measure. Its momentum and intensity is precisely the subject of debate on which public opinion revolves around a player who, depending on the
shirt he wears is branded as “intense and courageous” or “violent and provocative player.” We all make mistakes and youth doesn’t always mean making the best decisions, but what’s clear is that depending on the neighborhood you’re watching from, Gavi can be a hero or a villain. However, there is something that all parties agree on and that is that every elite team wants to have a Gavi, a Casemiro or a Gabi in their team, although the most expensive is the goal, the top level competition he needs to do. the dirty work.
Samuel Rodriguez
Source: Goal