The victory of FC Barcelona over Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup has once again highlighted the crisis Carlo Ancelotti's team is going through. With a score of 5-2, Hansi Flick's team were crowned champions in a match that could have been even more lopsided. Álvaro Benito has harshly criticized Real Madrid and sent a clear message to the team and Kylian Mbappé.
Real Madrid's New Failure
Real Madrid was completely overwhelmed by a Barcelona that, despite not having the numerical advantage throughout the second half, showed overwhelming superiority. For Benito, the lack of reaction from Ancelotti's team is alarming. "I don't see any kind of plan," he stated, pointing out that Madrid's defensive weakness is a trend, not just a bad game.
Defensive Disorganization
According to Álvaro Benito, the main problem for Real Madrid lies in the lack of defensive commitment from its attacking players. In his view, the team isn't willing to make the necessary effort in defense.
"If you defend with four fewer players, it's impossible to contain a good team like FC Barcelona," he stated. This disorganization has been evident on several occasions during the season, and Benito insists it's not just a matter of physical effort. For him, it's about understanding when and how to press, something that seems to be missing in the team's approach.
Kylian Mbappé and the False Hope
One of Benito's most critical points was the arrival of Kylian Mbappé at Real Madrid. The analyst sees in Mbappé's transfer an illusion due to his world-class level, but also complacency in the team. According to Benito, Madrid has fallen into the trap of relying too much on the arrival of a star.
The team, historically known for its collective work capacity, seems to have lost that intensity by relying on Mbappé's magic. "Mbappé's arrival seems to have lowered the team's level," warned Benito, pointing out the risk to the club's objectives.
The Lack of Solutions from Ancelotti
Álvaro Benito also criticized the lack of a clear plan from Carlo Ancelotti. For the former player, the Italian coach hasn't managed to find solutions to the defensive disorganization affecting the team.
Moreover, Benito believes that Real Madrid must rethink its way of playing before the decisive Champions League matches. The thins is that the team seems to be losing its identity. "The midfielders can't be constantly providing lateral support to the full-backs. This is impossible," he pointed out.