Watch: Real Madrid vs Barcelona, El Clásico; Tactical Preview

With El Clásico fast approaching, and one of Europe’s most important matches of the season on the horizon, we take a look into all of the key tactical details heading into Saturday’s clash of titans. From how both coaches could set up, to the key strengths and weaknesses of each team, and where the game will be won and lost. For a full and in-depth analysis on El Clásico’s tactics, check out our video below:

There will, as ever, be question marks regarding both managers team selections heading into such a crucial clash. Although after Real Madrid’s convincing victory over Liverpool midweek, Zidane is likely to name an unchanged eleven. Ronald Koeman on the other hand has some big decisions to make. Does he stick with the back three, does he bring Ronald Araújo in, and who comes out? The Dutchman will have to make some big calls for this one.

With La Liga in the balance, Saturday’s match looks set to be definitive for how the season ends, with victory for either team likely to spur on a push for the title, with Atléti faltering. How both coaches set up, and the tactical aspects of such a clash will no doubt be fascinating to discover.