CD LEGANÉS VS REAL MADRID | Tiempo de Juego COPE | Radio Cadena COPE

The Real Madrid team, despite missing some key players, played a solid game and defeated Leganés 3-0. This win pushes Madrid closer to the top of the league table, while Leganés remains just above the relegation zone. The game was marked by several controversial calls by the referee, which led to discussions among the commentators about the current state of officiating in football.

Leganés vs Real Madrid

• 00:33:40 The Real Madrid team is playing against Leganés in Butarque, with the game televised on Movistar and broadcast on Cope radio. The Madrid team is missing several key players due to injury, but Ancelotti has put together a strong lineup, with Camavinga playing in a more advanced position. The game is being played in a festive atmosphere, with a record crowd in attendance.

Ancelotti's Lineup

• 00:37:13 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has chosen to field a lineup with Asensio, Rüdiger, and Fran García in defense, Camavinga and Ceballos in midfield, Güler and Vinicius on the wings, and Mbappé and Vinicius leading the attack. The commentators are impressed by Ancelotti's willingness to experiment and rotate players, especially with important games like the Champions League match against Liverpool coming up.

Mbappé's Position

• 00:44:33 Mbappé is playing on the left wing, which is a position that he is comfortable with. The commentators discuss how his movement and timing in the final third of the field could be affected by his new position, especially since Real Madrid prefers to play on the counter-attack.

Game Dynamics

• 00:59:56 Leganés has adjusted its formation to a 4-2-3-1, with Munir on the left and Juan Cruz on the right. The commentators agree that Leganés is defending well and has managed to withstand Real Madrid's initial pressure. Real Madrid is struggling to break down Leganés's defense, with the game remaining goalless after 20 minutes.

Real Madrid's Dominance

• 01:24:02 The commentators discuss how Real Madrid has dominated the first half and has created numerous chances. The Madrid team has a clear understanding of how they want to play and is showing a high level of intensity. The only goal of the game came from Mbappé, who scored after a defensive error by Leganés.

Controversial Calls

• 01:40:42 The commentators discuss a controversial call made by the referee in the first half, where he did not award a penalty to Vinicius after he was fouled inside the penalty area. The commentators are critical of the referee's decision, highlighting the importance of fair officiating.

Half Time Analysis

• 01:48:00 The commentators discuss the first half performance of both teams. They are impressed by the performance of Real Madrid, particularly praising the play of Camavinga, who is acting as a link between the defense and the attack. They also discuss the performance of Asensio, who has been playing well and contributing in the final third.

Second Half Analysis

• 02:03:12 The commentators discuss the second half of the match. They believe that Leganés will have to play much more aggressively in the second half to try and get back into the match. They also point out that Real Madrid is playing well as a team and is consistently creating opportunities to score.

Valverde's Goal

• 02:04:43 The commentators discuss the goal scored by Valverde in the second half. They believe that the goal was due to a defensive error by Leganés, particularly highlighting the lack of communication and coordination in the wall set up by the Leganés players. The commentators also point out that Valverde has a very powerful shot and is a real threat from set pieces.

Mbappé and Vinicius

• 02:29:19 The commentators discuss the performance of Mbappé and Vinicius in the second half. They point out that both players are interchanging positions, with Mbappé playing more centrally and Vinicius playing on the left wing. They are impressed by their understanding of the game and their ability to create opportunities.

Game Conclusion

• 02:35:04 The commentators give their final thoughts on the game, praising the Real Madrid team's performance. They believe that the team is playing with more confidence and cohesion than they have in recent matches, and that this win will boost their morale ahead of the crucial Champions League match against Liverpool.