adminMADRID. — Spanish La Liga soccer leaders Real Madrid will look to continue their sparkling form with a record-equalling 18th consecutive victory in all competitions as they host Celta Vigo today.
The European champions surpassed their previous club record of 15 straight wins with victory over Malaga last weekend and, following a 5-0 Copa del Rey thrashing of Cornella in midweek, Los Blancos now have Barcelona’s Spanish record stretch of 18 victories from the 2005-06 season in their sights.
Madrid have now scored 64 goals on their winning streak, conceding only nine, but they know they will face a stern test against a Celta side that took all three points at the Camp Nou last month and secured a draw away to Atletico Madrid in September.
James Rodriguez’s double against third-tier outfit Cornella meant that he is the only Madrid player to score in four competitions this season and his impressive start to life in the Spanish capital has not been lost on manager Carlo Ancelotti.
“He is demonstrating his quality and showing great attitude during this period. We are delighted with him and he’ll definitely improve,” the Italian said.
“I really like his attitude because he is humble and that is important. Having a humble player with his quality is a perfect ingredient for the team.”
Cristiano Ronaldo was given a rare night off on Tuesday, but the World Player of the Year will return looking to continue his lethal form in front of goal, having netted 20 goals in just 12 league appearances thus far. — AFP.
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