Las Blancas Podcast: A point gained amidst a dismal display

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea.

Talking points:

• Curveball in the lineup by Toril
• Chelsea starting off on the front foot
• Slow death of the first half
• Real Madrid’s great pressing game
• Breakdown of the pressing sequence on the goal
• Esther’s work in pressing and Weir’s anticipation
• The duel between Magda Eriksson and Athenea del Castillo
• Sloppy overall play from both teams
• Second half substitutions from Chelsea
• Penalty incident in the 57th minute
• Ivana’s performance as RB and playing players out of position
• Las Blancas’ lack of penetration into Chelsea’s box
• Feller’s off-ball work-rate
• Maite’s influence on the game with her passing
• Clutch saves from both goalkeepers to keep the game level
• Top moments from the game
• The curious case of Nahikari
• Situation in the group following the draw
• Rumors surrounding Kenti’s future

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Hosts this week:

Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)

Kanita (@KaniFroh)

Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas)