With El Clasico being Madrid’s next challenge, Gonzalo Higuain takes out time to single out Jose Mourinho’s achievements for Madrid so far this season…
Higuain stated that the Special One is a natural motivator who knows how to get the best out of his men. He pointed towards Madrid’s recent displays which have seen them winning matches against tough defensive sides.
While talking about their preparations for the Copa del Rey first leg tie at the Santiago Bernabeu, the Argentine international specifically highlighted Mourinho’s psychological abilities.
He added that the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Inter-c39567 Milan manager’s expertise will be crucial in overcoming the challenge of Barcelona in the upcoming fixture.
"The coach [Mourinho] is a great psychologist," he said in an interview.
"He demonstrates that in the most difficult moments and he is preparing us very well for these matches, even though they have come early in the season."
Real were put to a test by http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/RCD-Mallorca-c40326 in their latest La Liga fixture, and Higuain believes that the match has given them a much-required moral boost. Los Blancos were a goal down at the end of the first half, but they were able to make a two-goal
come back to win the league fixture.
"The victory last weekend at Mallorca, in the league, has given us even more morale for the cup tie against Barcelona," he explained.
"But these games against Barca will be very even and either of us can go through to the semi-finals. That's the truth."
The Argentinean striker reflected his thoughts on http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604’s approach to the match. If speculations in the Spanish media are to be believed, the Catalans will adopt a cautious approach.
Higuain believes that Barcelona will raise their game in the crunch meeting, and Madrid will try their best to win the game.
"At Real Madrid we know that our rivals try harder [when they play us], and we are obliged to go out and win,"
"But I always play with the same intensity, whoever the rival." He added.
The 24-year old has been extraordinary in La Liga this term, having scored 14 goals in 17 league matches.
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