On the eve of the Clásico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, Rodri expects a particularly competitive meeting. Asked by DAZNthe Spanish midfielder notably mentioned the difficulties encountered by the Madrilenians during their last confrontations against Barça. “ Real Madrid have only won two of the last seven Clásicos, so they will be hungry for revenge. Real Madrid are expected to give everything “, he said. A warning launched by the Spanish Ballon d’Or, aware that José Mourinho’s men will be keen to rebalance the debates.
Leader of Liga with nine victories in nine matches, FC Barcelona enters this meeting with six points ahead of its Madrid rival. Hansi Flick’s men will have the opportunity to widen a significant gap at the top of the championship, while Real Madrid, who remain on four consecutive victories in all competitions, could come back to three lengths in the event of victory. An additional challenge for this first Clásico of the season, Sunday at Spotify Camp Nou.
