This has been an absolute battle so far. RM trying to get that away goal, but being patient doing so. Alteti looking to break quickly and have had a couple of opportunities. Great match so far.
Just yesterday, it was announced that Real Madrid was set to sign one of Atletico's most promising youth players, Theo Hernandez, who is on loan at Alaves, for 30 million.I was kind of into a Real-Juve final until yesterday when we found out that Real is splashing out €45m on a 16 year old and Juve paid Riaola €27m to find a taker for Pogba. Good god. Maybe Ajax can take down ManU in the Europa Cup final for some semblance of hope for the "minnows."
I agree that Atletico couldn't maintain that level of intensity for the full 45 minutes of the first half. I'm fine with Simeone trying to slow it down especially since a goal against was a game-ender. But I'm frustrated that Atletico sat so far back from 20-45 minutes. This style does not explain or excuse the Benzema/Isco goal--that was poor defending--but Real Madrid took control of the match in this window and seemed way too comfortable.Hmmm.
I think Atleti will tire in the 2nd half. So far, it´s their game, really perfect for the drama.
And then Mrs O said: "I didn't know the human body can do that."Holy Golazo!!!!
True, but RM has been pounding Juve's defense for 20 minutes. They've cracked up the pressure to an unreal level.Well that escalated quickly.
Yeah, even though Real had more scoring chances in the first half I thought Juventus looked like the better side. That's completely flipped on its head in the second half. RM just completely dominating.True, but RM has been pounding Juve's defense for 20 minutes. They've cracked up the pressure to an unreal level.
At this rate they may not even get two shots on goal, let alone score twice.Yeah, 4-1 looks more likely to come than 3-2. Juve finding no joy out there right now.
To be fair, Ramos should also have to walk. That was a heinous dive.gjge Cuadrado
I'm interested in how you thought he did on goals two and three.I'm absolutely devestated. I bleed for Gigi.