Real Madrid’s LaLiga title hopes have been dealt a major blow following their 3-1 defeat to Barcelona in the El Clasico. The loss has left Los Blancos trailing their arch-rivals by seven points in the league table, with just seven games remaining.
The result means that Real Madrid now face an uphill battle to catch Barcelona in the title race. With the Catalan side having won their last five league matches, they are now firmly in the driving seat for the title.
Real Madrid have been hampered by injuries to key players such as Eden Hazard and Sergio Ramos, while their form has been inconsistent throughout the season. They have also been unable to capitalise on Barcelona’s recent slip-ups, with the Catalan side dropping points against teams such as Celta Vigo and Real Betis.
Real Madrid will now have to rely on Barcelona dropping points in their remaining games, while also winning all of their own matches. This is a tall order, particularly given the fact that they have only won four of their last seven league games.
The El Clasico defeat has left Real Madrid with a mountain to climb if they are to win the LaLiga title this season. They will need to produce a miraculous run of form in the remaining games if they are to stand any chance of catching Barcelona in the title race.
It remains to be seen whether Real Madrid can turn things around and mount a serious challenge for the LaLiga title. However, it is clear that they face an uphill battle after Barcelona’s El Clasico win.
