Quote from: Solokan on Today at 12:23:57 AM

Quote from: W Jr. on June 09, 2025, 06:39:16 PM

The biggest source of problems for Real Madrid last year was the lack of defenders. This year we see that they have transferred quality defenders. They have added both the young talent of Spain, Huijsen, and the Englishman TAA to their team. Now their defensive zone is stronger next year. Also, injured players will recover and join the team. What I am really curious about is how they will play in the FIFA Club World Cup. Because this could be a small summary of next year.

in the 2024-2025 season, Real Madrid lacks good defenders which ultimately makes Real Madrid's performance decline even though there are many star players on the front line. and now yes with the arrival of many new defenders such as Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth and Trent from Liverpool, of course it will make Real Madrid's defense even better, but if I'm not mistaken, Real madrid will also bring in Carreras from Benfica, but of course I don't know accurate information about him. do you know? but yes I hope Real Madrid succeeds in bringing him in because Carreras is also a good defender.

yes it is true that now Real Madrid certainly has good defenders and of course it will make Real Madrid's game even better, yes now Barcelona has even tougher rivals because Real Madrid has good players in all lines.

I personally am the same as you because I am also curious about the Club World Cup, of course there we will see how strong Real Madrid is. But according to my prediction, Real Madrid will increase its strength because of course with the presence of a new strong back line, it will certainly make Real Madrid a club that is difficult to beat. Now, just wait and see and honestly, I am also curious about the techniques and formations created by Xabi.

I can't lie; the idea that "big names = instant wall" never works out that easily. Just ask Chelsea! Real has sparkle, but last year showed that you can spend €100 million on defenders and still lose if the midfield gets ran over. Huijsen is big and fast, TAA can pass from wherever, and Carreras will genuinely attack from left-back if Madrid accepts Benfica's €50 million demand. But be careful of early mistakes. There are new players and a new system, and if injuries happen, there is no Courtois safety net

I don't think Club World Cup is a "preview of dominance". Xabi has two weeks to add three new defenders to a 3-4-2-1 or 4-2-3-1. It will be clear right away if the team appears fragmented or the set-piece marking is still a disaster (which was a true problem, just read the fan forums). But if Alonso really hits it, Madrid can go past Atleti's strong defence and narrow the xGA difference. My hot take? By August, we'll know if this is a new golden era or just another costly test