Facing Real Madrid's defensive setup, it's really nothing to be ashamed of.
"Valencia has changed their formation."
"A midfielder has moved back to become a central defender."
"The five-defender formation seems to add another wall in front of the goal."
The time in the first half passed quietly, and facing Valencia's invitation to a "slugfest," Real Madrid only got a great opportunity in the 39th minute.
It came from Chen Zhong's through ball.
Cristiano Ronaldo had a one-on-one opportunity on the right side of the penalty area, and he used a lob shot to easily bypass the goalkeeper.
But Bruno, carrying a yellow card, became Cristiano Ronaldo's least favorite person in this match.
He completed a clearance off the goal line...
Before the end of the first half, Valencia received another yellow card, the fifth of the match, given to Tino Costa.
