Xavi’s Tactical Insight: Barcelona’s Espionage Mission on Real Madrid Reveals Set-Piece Prowess

According to a Diario AS report, Xavi orchestrated a strategic move by dispatching spies, including David Prats, Toni Lobo, and Sergio Garcia—his trusted match analysts at Barcelona—to closely observe Real Madrid during their Spanish Super Cup semi-final triumph against Atletico Madrid.

The clandestine operation unveiled Real Madrid’s dominance with an intense and forceful attacking display that culminated in a 5-3 victory after extra time. Xavi’s analysts meticulously reported on Real Madrid’s proficiency in scoring goals from set pieces and their ability to ruthlessly exploit defensive errors.

Having garnered six points in their last two La Liga games through set-piece goals, Real Madrid’s prowess in this aspect became a focal point of the analysis. Notably, Antonio Rudiger showcased his aerial superiority with a direct goal from a set piece against Atletico.

The report also highlighted outstanding performances from key Real Madrid players, with Dani Carvajal and Brahim Diaz singled out for special attention. The analysts noted the formidable firepower on Real Madrid’s bench, emphasizing the impact of substitutes like Kroos, Brahim, and Joselu in altering the course of the game against Atletico.

Xavi’s team meticulously documented Real Madrid’s strengths, including their proficiency in turnovers and lightning-fast transitions—a lethal combination under Carlo Ancelotti’s management.

As Barcelona gears up to face Real Madrid in the final, the insights gleaned from this covert mission will be crucial. Xavi will carefully examine the report to formulate a strategy aimed at exploiting Real Madrid’s vulnerabilities and potentially clinching the Spanish Supercopa. The upcoming clash against Osasuna will serve as a litmus test for Barcelona’s tactical preparations.