MADRID—It’s only been two losses, but when it comes to Real Madrid, that’s enough to put the team on the brink of turmoil. Consecutive defeats to newcomer Girona in the Spanish league and to Tottenham in the Champions League have left the team reeling. Madrid struggled in both matches despite playing with its top players, prompting a wave of criticism. But the team is already eight points behind leader Barcelona in the Spanish league, a deficit it has never been able to overcome. Madrid is defending both the Spanish league and the Champions League titles this season.

Source: thestar November 02, 2017 15:22 UTC