If the Spanish Supercup is merely a glorified friendly, at least Real Madrid and Barcelona have decided to make it entertaining. Early on in the second half, Real Madrid have equalized through Xabi Alonso, locking the score up at 2-2 following two unanswered goals from Barcelona. The goal came off of a set piece, which was looking like Real's best way to score for a while, following Barca's major boost in confidence and control of possession. Now, following the goal by Los Blancos, they're back on top and putting the pressure to Barca.
Real Madrid Vs. Barcelona, 2011 Spanish Supercup: Xabi Alonso Goal Locks Up Score
The goal was set up by Pepe, who did well to control the ball off of a corner kick with his back to goal, then lay off a pass to Alonso. Madrid’s deep lying playmaker stepped forward and placed a great shot low and to the far post, beating Victor Valdez and bringing his team back into the game.
This is a two-legged affair, so Madrid won’t be happy with a 2-2 draw. Anything less than a win at the Santiago Bernabeu will give Barcelona the advantage heading into Wednesday’s match at the Camp Nou. However, Pep Guardiola was obviously concerned by the goal and his bringing out his big guns. Xavi Hernandez and Girard Pique have entered for Thiago Alcantara and Adriano.
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