5 things we learned From The El Classico

There were a lot to discuss before yesterday's El-Classico: tactics, injuries and expectations. Given their pre-Classico forms, not many would have expected to see Barcelona "Hannibal- lectured" Real Madrid the way they did. Barca were all about the 'BASS'! While Real Madrid resorted to playING the 'TREBLE'.

Here are 5 things we learned from the Classico

The Bernabau is Barca's Comfort Zone

In recent years, FC Barcelona have recorded some memorable wins at the Bernabau. The last time Madrid scored 4+ goals at the Camp Nou Clasico was back in 1963. However,  Barça have scored 4+ goals at the Bernabeu 3 times in the last 6 years !

Barca's Biggest big wins at the Bernabeu:

1974:    Real Madrid 0-5

2009:    Real Madrid 2-6

2015:    Real Madrid  0-4

2005:     Real Madrid  0-3

1984: 0-3

Neymar And Suarez Telepathic Partnership

In the absence of Lionel Messi,  Neymar and Suárez are the trees that don't let people see the forest. Many pundits and observers have predicted that Barca will suffer in the absence of the Argentine, however, Neymar and Suarez have seized the opportunity to prove the doubters wrong. They both top the goal scoring chart with 12 and 11 strikes respectively.

Gareth Bale Flops Again

Since joining Madrid in Sep 2013, Bale has flopped in all OF the 5 la liga El-ClassicoS he has played. Bale's first major contribution in the game was in the twentieth minute when he stamped on Alba's feet. His majour competitor for the best flop of the match has to be Christiano Ronaldo who curiously completed the game.

Enrique Out-Classed Benitez In The Tactical Battle

Enrique is reknowned for introducing brave tactics; switching from 4-3-3 to 4-4-2 to accommodate Sergi Roberto - who started ahead of Lionel Messi - proved to be a smart decision. Benitez on the other hand made some questionable selectionS. Starting Danilo ahead of Carvajal against Neymar is like getting a divorce and asking a hooker to raise your kids. The decision to play Benzema and James who are not fully fit proved to be a wrong call too.

Iniesta And Busquets' Artistry

Much like the Nike slo-gan which accompanied Barca's kits last

season, Iniesta and Busquets are 'crafted to win’, the midfield duo totally outplayed their opposing numbers as they left Luca Modric and Tony Kroos admiring their skillful displays like the spectators at the Bernabau. During the Classico match  football found itself woven in Iniesta and Busquets' genes.