Atlético score against Madrid with every second shot on target

Much has been analyzed over the past few days as to where then key areas lie for tonight’s Champions League game between Atletico and Real Madrid. One of the standout statistics is the intensity that Cholo’s team have shown over the past six head-to-head’s

There is another key area where the team from the Manzanres come out on top and that is efficiency in front of goal.

Since their first meeting this season, the first leg of the Spanish Super Cup, Atleti, score from half of their shots on the Madrid goal. In the six fixtures between both clubs this season, Atletico have managed 21 shots on target, with 11 ball’s ending up in the back of the Real Madrid net.

The clearest example was during their Copa del Rey tie. After winning the first let 2-0 at the Calderon, they went on to secure a 2-2 draw at the Bernabeu. The incredible statistic from these two particular games is that during the 180 minutes, Cholo’s men only manged four shots on goal. An incredible 100% strike rate

The efficiency displayed from Carlo Ancelotti’s side in front of goal over the six particular fixtures is disappointing from, what is on paper a ruthless strike force. Madrid have managed 22 shots on target but have only found the opposition net on three occasions (a 13% strike rate). Cristiano’s personal strike rate efficiency drops from 26% for general La Liga games to less than 15% for games against their city rivals.

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