Barcelona battered Real Madrid 5-1, although the game was a strange one because Madrid looked like they were inevitably going to pull the scores level when they were losing 2-1. It’s hard to recall a match more clearly going in such distinct phases, or indeed, one in which tactical switches midway from both managers made such a clear impact on the course of the match.
Selection
Ernesto Valverde was without Lionel Messi and Samuel Umtiti, and in their place, selected Rafinha and Clément Lenglet. The Frenchman’s inclusion was no surprise, as he was the only fit centerback available.