How Zinedine Zidane changed Real Madrid's fortunes in his second term without Ronaldo

Spanish giants Real Madrid achieved unthinkable in 2018. Zinedine Zidane’s men had won Champions League for third time in a row. Gareth Bale had routed Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool. But just when Los Blancos were celebrating ir golden feat, club's fans could t anticipate what was coming in next few days. Manr Zinedine Zidane and superstar Cristia Ronaldo had departed from club, much to disappointment of fans.

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Real Madrid fails to deal with departure of Zinedine Zidane and Cristia Ronaldo

Despite several attempts by club, Real Madrid could t reignite ir efforts without Zidane and Ronaldo. club changed two manrs - Julen Lopetegui and Santiago Solari, but could t replicate Zidane’s model at Santiago Bernabeu. Real Madrid were kcked out of Champions League by AFC Ajax, while y were struggling in LaLiga as well. Copa del Rey was out of sight. At this point in time, president Florenti Perez decided to again rope in Zidane to lead side again.

Zinedine Zidane returns as Real Madrid manr at end of last season

Zinedine Zidane was re-appointed as manr just before end of previous season. He inherited a worn-out squad, with a mammoth task to re-establish ir supremacy, both in Spain and Europe.

In his second stint with Los Blancos, many banked on idea that Zinedine Zidane would fail this time. Real Madrid were humiliated by PSG in opening game of Champions League campaign. Despite a stint of unconvincing performances, Real Madrid bettered Galatasaray in Champions League, scoring six goals in that game. Since n, Zidane has turned tables around for Blancos. French international has again surprised many, despite criticism.

Real Madrid are having an amazing campaign this season and major credit for that goes to manr. He inherited almost same squad as that of Lopetegui and Solari except for Eden Hazard and Ferland Mendy. However, Hazard has been out of squad most of season due to injury issues. 

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Real Madrid have a great game against Barcelona

Zinedine Zidane’s main test was against arch-rivals Barcelona. defending LaLiga champions hosted Real Madrid at Camp u, with all odds favouring Barcelona. Zidane was without services of Eden Hazard and it was a tedious ask to secure at least one point at Barcelona’s fortress.

Real Madrid went all attacking against Barcelona. Though match ended in a draw, football pundits were amazed at Real Madrid's performance. He was appreciated for establishing an elaborate defensive system as well. w, his next challenge was to win Spanish Super Cup.

Real Madrid manr Zinedine Zidane wins his first title in second term

Real Madrid were paired against Valencia in semi-final of Spanish Super Cup. Zidane’s side scored thrice to secure ir spot in final. It was soon revealed that Sergio Ramos’ side will play against city rivals Atletico Madrid in final.

match was a classic derby between two of fiercest Spanish rivals. It failed to yield any result during rmal course of game, forcing an extra time clash. However, two sides held on to ir efforts throughout extra time. match was w to be decided by a penalty shoot-out.

Real Madrid won penalty shoot-out with four penalties in favour of Zidane’s side, while Thomas Partey and Saul Niguez failed to score for Roji Blancos. Zidane had just won his first title in his second term at Spanish Capital.

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Real Madrid have a tough clash against Manchester City

However, Zidane suffered a major setback recently when his side were kcked out by Real Sociedad in quarter-final of Copa del Rey. manr has a lot to prove yet. His side will play against Manchester City in Round of 16 of Champions League in February. While many believe that Real Madrid are favourites into game, Pep Guardiola’s side cant be underestimated.

Eden Hazard will be available for manr. He would be main hack against Pep Guardiola’s fierce side. Zidane hopes to get his hands on LaLiga title, while also striving for a Champions League victory. Though road ahead is t easy for Real Madrid, Zidane’s impact cant be negated.

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