La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2023/24

[rendravolt]

Source: https://theathletic.com/4726179/2023/07/27/david-silva-retire-injury-acl/

David Silva announced that he is retiring from football at the age of 37. This was because he injured his ACL while training for a pre-season match with Real Sociedad. It seems that the legend of Valencia and Manchester City is no longer able to continue his career playing football at his current age and we know that an ACL injury is quite severe and can take a long time to heal. Moreover, the effects of this injury can reduce a player's performance when he has recovered and maybe that was a consideration for David Silva to decide to retire. Well, whatever decision David Silva is a legend, especially for the Spanish national team and was one of the players who brought Spain to win the 2010 world cup.

[hahay]

It is undeniable fact, indeed Barcelona performance improvement when it was take over by Xavi their having a good progress, but when Xavi plays against big clubs outside La Liga, he doesn't have perfect tactics. Today also in a friendly match against Arsenal, Xavi lost tactically although it was a friendly match but Barcelona shouldn't lose. But anyway I shouldn't underestimate him, Xavi might be able to make a surprise in the UCL later because now the Barcelona squad have a new better players.

Losing to Arsenal was not supposed to happen, not after adding some crucial players to the team this summer. Furthermore, there are certain good numbers of targets ought to be reached this season. Xavi Hernandez will restrategize and implement new game structure, because the blaugrana becomes very weak towards elite clubs outside their league. Barca always dominate games within La Liga but are not giving the same energy in other top competitions, that's their weakness, comparable to PSG in Ligue One. Their ultimate target is the UCL title, I doubt if they will make it to the knockout stages this time.

I don't think Barcelona main target is to get the Champions League title, it's a ridiculous target if it's true. Because anyway, the capacity that Xavi has until now still cannot achieve that title. Instead of targeting the Champions League title, it seems like it would be better for Xavi to build a squad with better performance. I think it's funny if Barcelona targets the highest trophy in Europe, because the reality is that competing teams have the capacity and quality that is certainly better. So for me, it makes no sense for Barcelona to have such a target.

[Doell]

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Losing to Arsenal was not supposed to happen, not after adding some crucial players to the team this summer. Furthermore, there are certain good numbers of targets ought to be reached this season. Xavi Hernandez will restrategize and implement new game structure, because the blaugrana becomes very weak towards elite clubs outside their league. Barca always dominate games within La Liga but are not giving the same energy in other top competitions, that's their weakness, comparable to PSG in Ligue One. Their ultimate target is the UCL title, I doubt if they will make it to the knockout stages this time.

Losing important defenders who have a lot of experience, I mean Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, probably had a big impact on Xavi. Although statistically Barcelona possession of the ball is better than Arsenal, but their defense is not as strong as when these two senior players are in this team. Xavi doesn't have to restrategize only but he has to improve his team mentality as well, especially the Barcelona defenders.

[skarais]

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Xavi has done incredibly at Barcelona since his arrival at the club,and I can say all this results are achieved simply because he loved Barca and wanted the best for the team.During his time as a player in the club,he and Iniesta were the best midfielders in the world.They knew how to control the midfield than any other team as at that time.Now he is made the coach,and he has proved to them that he is capable of doing anything for the club.He has won their league with the Young's palers at the club,he has a dream of winning the Uefa Champions league next season,and I believe if the club management signs quality players that are experienced enough,they can win the Champions league.

You are right, Xavi has done a great job as coach of Barcelona. Xavi knows what he has to do at Barcelona and he knows what needs to change. The locker room gets better because of it, it's the best way to start a big plan for the success of his team.

Barcelona have so far managed to prove that they are not lacking in quality so one should not underestimate them. Of course it is true that Barcelona are not better in the Champions League, but when the season changes the new hope will be different. I think Xavi has laid out a good plan for the Champions League and domestic competitions next season, even if I would say Barcelona is still too far from perfect.

[uswa56]

It is undeniable fact, indeed Barcelona performance improvement when it was take over by Xavi their having a good progress, but when Xavi plays against big clubs outside La Liga, he doesn't have perfect tactics. Today also in a friendly match against Arsenal, Xavi lost tactically although it was a friendly match but Barcelona shouldn't lose. But anyway I shouldn't underestimate him, Xavi might be able to make a surprise in the UCL later because now the Barcelona squad have a new better players.

Losing to Arsenal was not supposed to happen, not after adding some crucial players to the team this summer. Furthermore, there are certain good numbers of targets ought to be reached this season. Xavi Hernandez will restrategize and implement new game structure, because the blaugrana becomes very weak towards elite clubs outside their league. Barca always dominate games within La Liga but are not giving the same energy in other top competitions, that's their weakness, comparable to PSG in Ligue One. Their ultimate target is the UCL title, I doubt if they will make it to the knockout stages this time.

I also see it that way if the Barcelona team is always overwhelmed when facing big teams, it's the opposite when they face teams in La Liga, it's like the mentality of this team is very bad, but it must be admitted that Arsenal are not easy opponents because since last season they have improved much better and Barcelona is also a team that is in the process of getting back up and getting better.
Since being coached by Xavi Hernandez, many changes have occurred, but everything needs a process, this season Barcelona has improved a lot and they should be able to do better.
And what they just experienced was just the Pramudim match, I think it won't have much effect, in fact it will be additional work for the coaches to be able to improve to face the competition.

[Stepstowealth]

Losing to Arsenal was not supposed to happen, not after adding some crucial players to the team this summer.

It was the first game Barcelona played in a while as a team, Arsenal had played more, their players were sharper on the ball, and overall, Barcelona did not play poorly for their first game. Whenever I watch preseason games with all the changes that the coaches make to the team, I try to judge the performance of the team with their first and second half differently. Different players played in the first Half, and in the second half. The Barcelona players from the first half were not playing so well, they were able to score the first goal from a lucky rebound, and the second from a deflection from the defensive wall of Arsenal. The players in the second half played better, they were able to close down Saka better and create some good attacks of which one ended in a goal. Barcelona team will be stronger, they can win the UCL if they can fix some little errors in the team, or have a lucky run to the finals.

[Jody.Drummer]

Losing to Arsenal was not supposed to happen, not after adding some crucial players to the team this summer.

It was the first game Barcelona played in a while as a team, Arsenal had played more, their players were sharper on the ball, and overall, Barcelona did not play poorly for their first game. Whenever I watch preseason games with all the changes that the coaches make to the team, I try to judge the performance of the team with their first and second half differently. Different players played in the first Half, and in the second half. The Barcelona players from the first half were not playing so well, they were able to score the first goal from a lucky rebound, and the second from a deflection from the defensive wall of Arsenal. The players in the second half played better, they were able to close down Saka better and create some good attacks of which one ended in a goal. Barcelona team will be stronger, they can win the UCL if they can fix some little errors in the team, or have a lucky run to the finals.

The final result of the match will always be seen, but we must also remember that this is a pre-season match where the club may not be at its best, as that is not the main purpose of a pre-season match. We have to look at how they play and not the final result. There's certainly a lot to improve on when looking at how they played in this match, and for me that's normal. Arsenal played better, but that doesn't mean they played without gaps to fix. I'm not going to try to sum up the whole thing, but in this match there were fragile gaps in their defense, not just for Barcelona, but Arsenal too, even though they were better than Barcelona.

[Zaguru12]

Technically Barcelona don't include an attacking midfielder in their usual formation. There is no such player in their squad as well. Bernardo Silva is mainly an attacking midfielder so Barcelona really don't need him specifically now. Of course he can play as a right winger as well. But there are so many alternatives on both wings at the same time.

While they have Raphinha and Dembele in the first place they don't need another big right winger transfer. This will just have to keep one of those players outside of the starting lineup if they bring Bernardo Silva to the team. I don't think Xavi wants that now.

I disagree because I still think Barcelona need a Charisma like Bernando Silva in that squad. It is not like Barcelona do use an attacking midfielder but the problem was the attacking midfielders were so talented that played both the central midfield role and also the attacking role, this players were both Xavi and Iniesta. And since their departure the club is yet to find a better suited replacement for any of them. The likes Authur Melo, Pjanic and Cutinho couldn’t feel the role. Then they have the likes of De Jong, Pedri and Gavi. This three would have been enough but with Busquet not longer in the team both De Jong and Gavi will be limited to play more of a defensive role than an offensive one. Also Gundogan was a good acquisition but his age will certainly prevent him from having lots of minutes.

Now comes to Silva who can perfectly play both the attacking and central midfield role and also be able to fit in on the right hand side. Why i would like Barcelona to sign him is; just like last season Pedri and Dembele could be out injured and leaving the two roles short of numbers, but with Bernando Silva you have a player than can fit in perfectly on both.

[X-ray]

Losing important defenders who have a lot of experience, I mean Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, probably had a big impact on Xavi. Although statistically Barcelona possession of the ball is better than Arsenal, but their defense is not as strong as when these two senior players are in this team. Xavi doesn't have to restrategize only but he has to improve his team mentality as well, especially the Barcelona defenders.

Agreed, i saw that if the defensive line is still remain the main problem. Im aware if barcelona fans were making excuses by saying if the club was not using the main squad or my belief if they didn't watch the match. It's very hard to accept the truth but barcelona's defensive line is very weak.
It's nothing compared with EPL clubs now. Xavi needs to pure more attention to the defensive line. This guy is only looking at the forward and mid while xavi forgot that if barcelona's defense is very weak.
I would say the chance for barcelona to win la liga is very big but not for UCL. It seemed to me barcelona has no chance for UCL. The came of gundogan in barcelona meant nothing. He's more suitable to play in manchester city rather than barcelona.
Barcelona was still facing arsenal and it's not manchester city. Xavi needs to do something to fix it.

[indah rezqi]

Source: https://theathletic.com/4726179/2023/07/27/david-silva-retire-injury-acl/

David Silva announced that he is retiring from football at the age of 37. This was because he injured his ACL while training for a pre-season match with Real Sociedad. It seems that the legend of Valencia and Manchester City is no longer able to continue his career playing football at his current age and we know that an ACL injury is quite severe and can take a long time to heal. Moreover, the effects of this injury can reduce a player's performance when he has recovered and maybe that was a consideration for David Silva to decide to retire. Well, whatever decision David Silva is a legend, especially for the Spanish national team and was one of the players who brought Spain to win the 2010 world cup.

A high appreciation deserves to be given to the playmaker from Spain, the knee injury he experienced was reportedly a factor for David Silva to retired. The remainder of his contract for one more season with Real Sociedad will no longer be fulfilled next season because the midfielder must step aside more quickly. If you can say that Silva is on par with Xavi and Iniesta in terms of game vision, that is why Man City was able to win the EPL trophy four times as long as Silva strengthened it.

As far as I can remember, Silva only lacked one trophy during his career namely the European Champions League. The rest starting from the 2010 World Cup, Euro 2008 and 2012, EPL four times is an achievement during his professional career. At the end of his career with Real Sociedad Silva still contributed a lot, finishing in the Champions League Zone last season proved that Silva is an extraordinary player.

[SOKO-DEKE]

Losing to Arsenal was not supposed to happen, not after adding some crucial players to the team this summer.

It was the first game Barcelona played in a while as a team, Arsenal had played more, their players were sharper on the ball, and overall, Barcelona did not play poorly for their first game. Whenever I watch preseason games with all the changes that the coaches make to the team, I try to judge the performance of the team with their first and second half differently. Different players played in the first Half, and in the second half. The Barcelona players from the first half were not playing so well, they were able to score the first goal from a lucky rebound, and the second from a deflection from the defensive wall of Arsenal. The players in the second half played better, they were able to close down Saka better and create some good attacks of which one ended in a goal. Barcelona team will be stronger, they can win the UCL if they can fix some little errors in the team, or have a lucky run to the finals.

I was not overly surprised when Arsenal defeated Barcelona in this friendly match because I think that Arteta came into the game with the intention of winning since Arsenal supporters would not be pleased if they continued their losing streak to Barcelona after losing to Manchester United in few days ago.and even though Barcelona did not win or draw the game, this does not mean that they will not compete well when the new season begins. The fact that this is only a preseason and that many teams don't take preseason games very seriously is something I think most of us are aware of. Personally, I believe the squad made an effort to live up to my standards, but let's not forget that even in the league, inferior teams can occasionally overcome strong teams.So with Barcelona performance I still believe the club will perform well in the champions leagues.

[klidex]

Losing to Arsenal was not supposed to happen, not after adding some crucial players to the team this summer.

It was the first game Barcelona played in a while as a team, Arsenal had played more, their players were sharper on the ball, and overall, Barcelona did not play poorly for their first game. Whenever I watch preseason games with all the changes that the coaches make to the team, I try to judge the performance of the team with their first and second half differently. Different players played in the first Half, and in the second half. The Barcelona players from the first half were not playing so well, they were able to score the first goal from a lucky rebound, and the second from a deflection from the defensive wall of Arsenal. The players in the second half played better, they were able to close down Saka better and create some good attacks of which one ended in a goal. Barcelona team will be stronger, they can win the UCL if they can fix some little errors in the team, or have a lucky run to the finals.

The final result of the match will always be seen, but we must also remember that this is a pre-season match where the club may not be at its best, as that is not the main purpose of a pre-season match. We have to look at how they play and not the final result. There's certainly a lot to improve on when looking at how they played in this match, and for me that's normal. Arsenal played better, but that doesn't mean they played without gaps to fix. I'm not going to try to sum up the whole thing, but in this match there were fragile gaps in their defense, not just for Barcelona, but Arsenal too, even though they were better than Barcelona.

I consider this match only to be an experiment to see how new players perform with old players and also to look for reliable formations to apply to every match, so it's only natural that sometimes in friendly matches some clubs don't look too good because this match doesn't really have any meaning just for test.
I think predicting to bet on friendly matches is also very difficult when yesterday I tried to bet on Barcelona but ended up losing.
In fact, even so, there is nothing bad in Arsenal's match with Barcelona because these two clubs are still in an ordinary formation, like trying to make a perfect formation and if this were an original match from each league, it might be more different and would even appear more perfect.
Barcelona's defeat yesterday did not disappoint because I understand that their defenders are a bit worse than before because in the transfer season Barcelona are not able to get enough quality players to add to their defense

[skarais]

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I was not overly surprised when Arsenal defeated Barcelona in this friendly match because I think that Arteta came into the game with the intention of winning since Arsenal supporters would not be pleased if they continued their losing streak to Barcelona after losing to Manchester United in few days ago.and even though Barcelona did not win or draw the game, this does not mean that they will not compete well when the new season begins. The fact that this is only a preseason and that many teams don't take preseason games very seriously is something I think most of us are aware of. Personally, I believe the squad made an effort to live up to my standards, but let's not forget that even in the league, inferior teams can occasionally overcome strong teams.So with Barcelona performance I still believe the club will perform well in the champions leagues.

True, it was not a surprise even though Barcelona had to suffer the embarrassment of losing by a big score. I didn't think the match would be flooded with goals with a total of 8 goals nested between the two teams, but that's the reality.

In that match, Xavi and Arteta tested some of their new players. But Barcelona, ​​who took the lead first, were always matched by Arsenal, until the two of them closed the first half with a score of 2-2. Arsenal led the second half with a 4-2 lead until Ferran Torres managed to reduce the deficit to 4-3, but unfortunately Barcelona had to concede another goal a minute later as well as Arsenal's winning goal to make it 5-3.

[rahmad2nd]

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The final result of the match will always be seen, but we must also remember that this is a pre-season match where the club may not be at its best, as that is not the main purpose of a pre-season match. We have to look at how they play and not the final result. There's certainly a lot to improve on when looking at how they played in this match, and for me that's normal. Arsenal played better, but that doesn't mean they played without gaps to fix. I'm not going to try to sum up the whole thing, but in this match there were fragile gaps in their defense, not just for Barcelona, but Arsenal too, even though they were better than Barcelona.

In this friendly match, the two coaches both conducted experiments by rotating some of their players and at the same time to restore the team's fitness as a whole. that doesn't mean this match isn't important, because it's all done to measure the strength of the team and its players. to be sure, the results pertadingan not their main goal. all of that was done, in the interests of the team to welcome the 2023/2024 season. plus, releasing several players who are not included in the next season's project.

In this match, Xavi gave minutes of playing time for several newcomers. I think they need adjustments to adapt to the system that Xavi applies, as well as establish chemistry with other players.
referring to the statistics of Barcelona, ​​they played not so bad for a friendly match. for the front line, their statistics are quite good, as well as the midfield players. well, for defense, it looks like Xavi will have to correct him even though this match is not a crucial match.

[hahay]

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The final result of the match will always be seen, but we must also remember that this is a pre-season match where the club may not be at its best, as that is not the main purpose of a pre-season match. We have to look at how they play and not the final result. There's certainly a lot to improve on when looking at how they played in this match, and for me that's normal. Arsenal played better, but that doesn't mean they played without gaps to fix. I'm not going to try to sum up the whole thing, but in this match there were fragile gaps in their defense, not just for Barcelona, but Arsenal too, even though they were better than Barcelona.

In this friendly match, the two coaches both conducted experiments by rotating some of their players and at the same time to restore the team's fitness as a whole. that doesn't mean this match isn't important, because it's all done to measure the strength of the team and its players. to be sure, the results pertadingan not their main goal. all of that was done, in the interests of the team to welcome the 2023/2024 season. plus, releasing several players who are not included in the next season's project.

In this match, Xavi gave minutes of playing time for several newcomers. I think they need adjustments to adapt to the system that Xavi applies, as well as establish chemistry with other players.
referring to the statistics of Barcelona, ​​they played not so bad for a friendly match. for the front line, their statistics are quite good, as well as the midfield players. well, for defense, it looks like Xavi will have to correct him even though this match is not a crucial match.

After all, playing in friendly matches too, each player will certainly not play with maximum gameplay, because to avoid injuries too. So yes, friendly matches are basically not to get a win, because winning won't affect their ranking either, right. So, playing in friendly matches is at least to provide opportunities for all players to play. At least, to strengthen teamwork and also to maintain fitness, of course, so that they are better prepared to start matches in the actual match in the new season. So, this defeat by Arsenal I am sure, certainly does not make a bad view on Barcelona.

[BITCOIN4X]

~Snip

After all, playing in friendly matches too, each player will certainly not play with maximum gameplay, because to avoid injuries too. So yes, friendly matches are basically not to get a win, because winning won't affect their ranking either, right. So, playing in friendly matches is at least to provide opportunities for all players to play. At least, to strengthen teamwork and also to maintain fitness, of course, so that they are better prepared to start matches in the actual match in the new season. So, this defeat by Arsenal I am sure, certainly does not make a bad view on Barcelona.

Even if your assumption is correct, Barcelona's defeat to Arsenal with a score of 5-3 will be an object of ridicule for some people who hate the Catalan team. I agree with your assumption that friendly matches are nothing more than test matches to give players a chance before the official competition starts.

After all, friendly matches are not matches that are so important for all teams, let alone to play as much as possible. It's hard to expect friendly matches to be very interesting because players tend to play it safe to avoid injury, but the result of the match will be judged positively by each coach of the two teams. Next match, Barcelona will face Real Madrid for a friendly match at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, United States.

[giammangiato]

True, it was not a surprise even though Barcelona had to suffer the embarrassment of losing by a big score. I didn't think the match would be flooded with goals with a total of 8 goals nested between the two teams, but that's the reality.

In that match, Xavi and Arteta tested some of their new players. But Barcelona, ​​who took the lead first, were always matched by Arsenal, until the two of them closed the first half with a score of 2-2. Arsenal led the second half with a 4-2 lead until Ferran Torres managed to reduce the deficit to 4-3, but unfortunately Barcelona had to concede another goal a minute later as well as Arsenal's winning goal to make it 5-3.

in these games you have to do tests, otherwise when. In fact, it makes a lot of sense in friendly matches to experiment or let young players play. They don't count for points and cup progress, so it's totally plausible.
of course is my opinion about this

[marcous]

Even if your assumption is correct, Barcelona's defeat to Arsenal with a score of 5-3 will be an object of ridicule for some people who hate the Catalan team. I agree with your assumption that friendly matches are nothing more than test matches to give players a chance before the official competition starts.

After all, friendly matches are not matches that are so important for all teams, let alone to play as much as possible. It's hard to expect friendly matches to be very interesting because players tend to play it safe to avoid injury, but the result of the match will be judged positively by each coach of the two teams. Next match, Barcelona will face Real Madrid for a friendly match at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, United States.

It is true that this friendly match is nothing but a club promotion event and expands the fan base of each club, either Barcelona or Arsenal. I agree that the benchmark for preparing for next season in friendly matches is not quite right, meaning that friendly matches cannot be a full parameter to measure the quality of the club's squad I think.

Broadly speaking, this is just an event to give playing minutes to young players, by fielding several players from the main squad will attract the attention of the audience. The rest greet the fans and become a holiday venue for the players before the league officially rolls on.

[Jody.Drummer]

The final result of the match will always be seen, but we must also remember that this is a pre-season match where the club may not be at its best, as that is not the main purpose of a pre-season match. We have to look at how they play and not the final result. There's certainly a lot to improve on when looking at how they played in this match, and for me that's normal. Arsenal played better, but that doesn't mean they played without gaps to fix. I'm not going to try to sum up the whole thing, but in this match there were fragile gaps in their defense, not just for Barcelona, but Arsenal too, even though they were better than Barcelona.

In this friendly match, the two coaches both conducted experiments by rotating some of their players and at the same time to restore the team's fitness as a whole. that doesn't mean this match isn't important, because it's all done to measure the strength of the team and its players. to be sure, the results pertadingan not their main goal. all of that was done, in the interests of the team to welcome the 2023/2024 season. plus, releasing several players who are not included in the next season's project.

In this match, Xavi gave minutes of playing time for several newcomers. I think they need adjustments to adapt to the system that Xavi applies, as well as establish chemistry with other players.
referring to the statistics of Barcelona, ​​they played not so bad for a friendly match. for the front line, their statistics are quite good, as well as the midfield players. well, for defense, it looks like Xavi will have to correct him even though this match is not a crucial match.

That's right, it's very clear that now is a very good time for them to carry out an experiment, don't let it be because of some reasons they have to carry out an experiment when the league is rolling, that's something that must be avoided.
From every match, the coach will not likely come down with the same strategy, the strategy will be adjusted by looking at their potential opponent, whether it is stronger or easier. Of course, analysis like this is something that must be done to measure the opponent's strengths, and at which points are the opponent's weaknesses that they will be able to take advantage of later.

Usually coaches will play two or even more than one match, when their initial strategy doesn't go well, they will try a second strategy, and so on, and in it there will definitely be a role for the players, be it substitutions or rotations. or formation changes.

I remember a coach when talking about this, yes it was Jose Mourinho who used to have an unusual attitude, if I'm not mistaken he once gave instructions to opposing players to convey to his players. lol
And also the habits of coaches, like Ferguson for example, he is very famous for his Fergi Time. When the match time was a little longer, and Mamchester United was lagging behind, then at that moment Sir Alex looked at the watch in his hand, immediately Mamchester United was able to turn things around and win.

[RaltcoinsB]

Even if your assumption is correct, Barcelona's defeat to Arsenal with a score of 5-3 will be an object of ridicule for some people who hate the Catalan team. I agree with your assumption that friendly matches are nothing more than test matches to give players a chance before the official competition starts.

After all, friendly matches are not matches that are so important for all teams, let alone to play as much as possible. It's hard to expect friendly matches to be very interesting because players tend to play it safe to avoid injury, but the result of the match will be judged positively by each coach of the two teams. Next match, Barcelona will face Real Madrid for a friendly match at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, United States.

It is true that this friendly match is nothing but a club promotion event and expands the fan base of each club, either Barcelona or Arsenal. I agree that the benchmark for preparing for next season in friendly matches is not quite right, meaning that friendly matches cannot be a full parameter to measure the quality of the club's squad I think.

Broadly speaking, this is just an event to give playing minutes to young players, by fielding several players from the main squad will attract the attention of the audience. The rest greet the fans and become a holiday venue for the players before the league officially rolls on.

Friendly tournaments held before the start of the season are at least very good for us football fans who yearn for football. Many teams want to win fans and try to popularize football in that region by playing tournaments in the Far East or the USA. Football is one of the most enjoyable sports in the world. It's definitely good to watch the matches. I enjoy watching Real Madrid.