"Chen's shot in the first half was really impressive."

"Honestly, I didn't even notice when he got into that position."

"Same goes for Goding, but how come Van Nistelrooy couldn't hold his ground? Not only that, he didn't even get a penalty."

"By the way, did you guys know that Barcelona was forced to a draw?"

"What? Barcelona was forced to a draw?"

"They couldn't conquer San Mames Stadium."

During halftime, fans were buzzing, and Barcelona being held to a draw at Athletic Bilbao's home ground, San Mames Stadium, became a hot topic among the fans.

After all, Real Madrid had just completed the epic challenge of "conquering the four devil's home grounds," and as one of those grounds, San Mames Stadium naturally drew a lot of attention.

Barcelona's downfall also gave some fans, who didn't quite understand the significance of the four devil's home grounds, a deeper comprehension.

After all, if Barcelona can't win there, it must be tough!

After discussing this, they brought up the referee Alvarez, whose penalty decisions and refusal to give a yellow card for a free kick also stirred dissatisfaction among the fans, with his Catalonia identity becoming a focal point for criticism.

Having a Catalonian referee officiate a Real Madrid match leaves many Real Madrid fans somewhat displeased, similar to a Brazilian referee officiating Argentina matches, or an Argentine referee officiating Portugal matches...

Of course, Schuster also had a part in this; his remark, "The referee is Catalonian? Then I have nothing to say!" still echoes.

The halftime break passed quickly. Villarreal was not ready to give up easily. During the break, Pellegrini made some adjustments for the team, and when they came out, everyone's face was full of fighting spirit.

Villarreal has been on a winning streak lately, perhaps they don't want to break it, or they want revenge, or they were promised a holiday if they win. In any case, Villarreal seemed as energized as if they were on steroids.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid's morale was also high. Francisco reminded Schuster that Barcelona was held by Athletic Bilbao, and Schuster shouted the slogan to leave Barcelona lagging 9 points behind us!

If there's a 9-point gap between the two teams, it basically settles their rankings.

The second half started off a bit dull, but Villarreal quickly initiated their "little torpedoes," and both teams had a rapid attack-defense exchange in the first 15 minutes.

First, Rossi passed the ball to Nihat, Nihat's shot was blocked by Ramos. Later, Chen Zhong intercepted, passed the ball to Robinho, then Van Nistelrooy's shot in the penalty area was caught.

Overall, Real Madrid had more scoring opportunities than Villarreal, with Real Madrid having three threatening attacks for every one of Villarreal's.

"Real Madrid's interception in midfield."

"This match is a torment for Villarreal."

"Marcelo and Ramos aren't on the flanks, replaced by Torres, and Sergado, making the defense more solid."

"And if they want to go through the middle..."

"Chen Zhong and Baptista are standing like mountains in the way."

Chen Zhong intercepted the ball, and Rossi immediately came close. Chen Zhong, unfazed, passed the ball to Ramos on the side.

After getting the ball, Ramos quickly moved forward, while Chen Zhong slightly retreated to the center-back position.

This was Schuster's strategy, testing if Ramos can act as a dagger, stabbing at Villarreal's heart.

Ramos's dribbling exceeded Villarreal's expectations, and his pass reached Raul, who was maneuvering skillfully.

Raul in the penalty area once again gave Diego Lopez a chance to make a save. Shortly after the second half started, Diego Lopez had already completed three saves.

Octopus raised his fist and shouted. Displaying such performance at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium was equivalent to a triumphant return home for him.

Pellegrini watched Diego Lopez and nodded repeatedly, while Schuster was worried about Raul and Van Nistelrooy's performance.

At the start of the season, the two were sharp and unstoppable, but now they're like dull knives slicing meat.

Their ability to seize opportunities is a bit lacking.

Real Madrid quickly launched another attack. Chen Zhong brought the ball forward in the middle, Raul dropped back to get the ball and crossed from the flank.

Chen Zhong leapt high and headed the ball to Guti, whose shot in front of the goal was punched out by Diego Lopez.

At this point, someone should be at the second drop point of the ball, but the player competing with Chen Zhong for the header, who should have gone to the second drop point, had just regained their footing and saw Robinho taking the ball and immediately firing a low shot.

Diego Lopez couldn't do anything this time.

3:1

Real Madrid scored again.

Robinho looked extremely excited.

"Woo woo woo!"

"Robinho!"

"This is his 8th league goal of the season."

"He's been very active in this match."

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