Real Madrid vs Barcelona: 4 factors to keep in mind

#3 Finding Karim Benzema

Real cannot afford to play the fast, running game all the time, and would have to outmanoeuvre the Barca defenders at times. Their wingers would have to cut into the Barca penalty box at times and also play some vital passes to Karim Benzema, the centre forward.

Benzema has scored 20 goals in 41 matches this season, and also impressed with his link-up play. However, he would have to exceed himself if he has to win the match for Real tomorrow. The Barca defence does not enjoy it when the opposition forwards exchange passes in the final third and make quick inroads into their penalty box.

Therefore, Benzema would have to emulate Suarez at times and make those darting runs into the Barca penalty box to test Ter Stegen. Gareth Bale, who would probably be used as a substitute, could also cause some problems to Barcelona’s defence with his electric pace and shooting prowess.

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