Victory gives Real an increased lead over Barcelona of 6 points. FMTNews Benzema
Atletico Madrid’s Saul falls as he challenges for the ball with Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema.
The victory meant Real increased their lead over Barcelona at the top of the table to six points, although the Catalans can reduce the margin to three if they beat Levante on Sunday. Zidane had begun the match with a compact narrow formation containing five midfielders but after failing to break down Atletico he hauled off Toni Kroos and Isco at the start of the second half for natural wingers Lucas Vazquez and Vinicius Jr.
“The substitutions changed the game but I don’t like taking players off after the first half because it’s harsh on the players but it’s what I had to do. We were much better in the second half and I think we deserved the victory.”
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