Real proceeded to a meeting with Valencia in the knowledge that Barcelona won their match on Saturday and its loss is 3 points. The hosts were aware that in this game it's all about winning.In the eighth minute of the hosts were near to gain leadership. However, CR7 shot hit the post. Once again, the ball hit the woodwork in the 25th minute. But this time all the action took place in front of goal Iker Casillas. After varying Marcelo throw the ball broke badly. Directly at the feet of Tino Costa, who crashed on goal, the ball bounced in front of Casillas himself, and Ricardo Costa cap it landed on the pole!In the first half despite the lack of goals we have seen good and fast game.
Real Madrid had the upper hand, but Valencia is not intended to constitute a weapon.The second half is not resolved first in terms of emotions, struggles and pace. And it was not only the emotions in front of goal Valencia. Visitors impressed with wisdom and maturity on the pitch. Of course, also had a bit of luck, what is needed in matches against teams such as Real.
In 76th minute cool Di Maria strike from outside the box, but a phenomenal show off Guaita intervention. Moments later another phenomenal intervention Valencia goalkeeper. - Benzema shot straight at him and then kills even hitting him in the head. Very lucky guests.Its also had a chance to Valencia. In 85th Jordi Alba minute he stood face to face with Casillas, but this bounced the ball on the corner.
Something that seemed unrealistic earlier this season, is beginning to look quite realistic. Barcelona on 7 turns before the end of the league has four points behind Royal. Importantly, the Gran Derbi will be held April 21 at the Camp Nou. The end of the season promises to be with passion.
Real Madrid – Valencia 0:0 (0:0)
Real: Casillas – Arbeloa, Pepe, Albiol, Marcelo, Khedira (72. Kaka), Alonso, Oezil (84. Callejon), Cristiano Ronaldo, Higuain (46. Di Maria), Benzema
Valencia: Guaita – Costa, Rami, Ruiz, Alba, Topal, Tino, Parejo, Feghouli (63. Hernandez), Piatti, (63. Mathieu) Aduriz (78. Soldado)
Yellow cards: Arbeloa, Khedira, Di Maria – Costa, Parejo
