Real Madrid Sets Unwanted La Liga Record in First Half of Barcelona Clash

Historical Lowlights for Los Blancos

In a stunning turn of events, Real Madrid found themselves on the wrong side of history during the first half of their highly anticipated La Liga match against arch-rivals Barcelona on Saturday night. The team's performance in the opening 45 minutes marked a dismal chapter in the club's illustrious history, with several unwanted records being set.

Zero Shots on Target

Perhaps the most glaring statistic from the first half was Real Madrid's inability to register a single shot on target. This is the first time in over a decade that Los Blancos have failed to test the opposition goalkeeper in the opening period of a La Liga match. The lack of attacking threat was a testament to Barcelona's dominance and Real Madrid's defensive frailties.

Lowest Possession Share Ever

Adding insult to injury, Real Madrid also recorded their lowest-ever possession share in a La Liga Clasico. With just 27.7% possession, the team was outplayed and outclassed by their opponents. Barcelona's midfield trio of Sergio Busquets, Gavi, and Pedri controlled the tempo of the game, effectively stifling Real Madrid's attempts to build attacks.

Defensive Woes Continue

While the lack of attacking intent was concerning, it was Real Madrid's defensive woes that proved most alarming. Barcelona's relentless pressure exposed the weaknesses in the team's backline, particularly on the flanks. The Blaugrana created several clear-cut chances, which could have resulted in a more lopsided scoreline had it not been for some fortunate saves from goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.

Half-Time Damage Control

Real Madrid entered the halftime break with a mountain to climb. The team's dismal performance had put them at risk of suffering their first defeat to Barcelona in La Liga since 2019. Manager Carlo Ancelotti will have a lot of work to do during the break to address the glaring issues that plagued his team in the opening period.