The new Spanish season got underway last night with Real Madrid and Barcelona both losing. Apparently it’s the first time that’s happened in over 60 years. But at the same time it’s no surprise when you look at their opponents.
Barça went down by a single goal to newly promoted Numancia. However, they’ve often struggled on previous visits to the Castilian city of Soria in a ground that holds less than 10,000. Just shows what you can be achieved with organisation, discipline and a bit of good luck. Hibs and Dundee United take note. Barça peppered Numancia’s goal but couldn’t find a way through.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, went down to 2-1 to Deportivo. The Champions haven’t won in La Coruña since 1991. Here are some goals from Depor’s stunning 17-year run. Real Madrid fans look away now.
*Hopefully this will also apply to my blog which has been a bit quiet lately.
