oh, mistake, was saying this season. I know that Real Madrid was a strong team but I have not seen them do well in this season. Coach Ancelotti was good manager and has won Champions League many times. But in this season they are struggling. L. Vázquez has scored at the start of the game in 1 minutes and second goal again by K. Mbappé assisted by J. Bellingham. We all know that this is a sure game but it is still a prediction game. Deportivo Alaves now has protected their defence so it is hard for Real Madrid to enter. And I think if Deportivo Alaves play well in this Match, they will still end up with this goal and if they lose guide the defence, then Real Madrid will score another goals. I am not supporting Alaves but in football I don't support one team absolutely when they are not my club but give a neutral support to all. Those who have bet on Real Madrid will definitely win but their odds will not big.
I am currently watching the game. From what I have seen so far, Rmadrid has been toying with Alaves. Alaves are currently not enjoying this game, as they've been defending for long. I don't know if I am the only one that noticed it, but I think this ref is some how partial in his decisions. His failure to issue a yellow card to a Alaves player for a dirty play is worth to be concerned about. The build up to the second goal in this game was mind blowing. A simple one-two touch from Bellingham and Mbappe lead to the goal.
And concerning the overall performance this season. Well I think they haven't meet the normal Madrid standard that we all use to know. But we know Madrid to be that club that usually starts the season in an average form, but finishes in a great form. So let's wait till January when the second half of the season begins. I think they will be playing better by then.