Real Madrid romped to a comfortable Copa Del Rey first leg victory against Ponferradina. Goals from Jose Callejon and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Cristiano-Ronaldo-c9629 ensured the win for Los Blancos.
Jose Mourinho and his players came in town on Monday, December 12, and signed autographs outside their hotel. An estimated 1000 fans lined-up to see Real Madrid superstars in Ponferrada.
In the heated Copa Del Rey fixture, Real Madrid started the proceedings after dominating possession in the opening exchanges. Jose Callejon gave the lead just before the half-hour mark.
On the other hand, Cristiano Ronaldo overcame his scoring nuisance against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 in El Clasico with a brilliant solo run in the 74th minute.
Jose Mourinho was happy with his team’s victory against the Segunda Division side and praised the support Real were given by the fans in the cup fixture.
In the post match conference, Mourinho stated that before answering any press questions he wanted to thank the support lent out to the visitors.
It was the first match between the two clubs in the 89-year history of the hosts, a fact that was not ignored by the manager. The Copa Del Rey winning coach enjoyed affection of the home crowd and let his opinions heard.
"I'd say we've played in a city of lovely people that have received us with great affection and education. We played in a stadium with a party atmosphere and it is a pleasure to play here and it's a pleasure to come here. For me it has been a pleasure and
this is the beauty of the Cup."
Despite the victory, Mourinho could not deflect El Clasico questions away. The self- proclaimed Special One was asked about the victory in general and how it would serve to raise morale of his players. The tactician replied with statistics.
"I remember that in the last 17 games for Real Madrid has won sixteen," the Portuguese replied.
Real Madrid will play the second leg of the competition at Santiago Bernabéu on December 20. It will be their last match of calendar year.
The capital club are 2nd in La Liga rankings with a game in hand. They have the chance to overtake leaders Barcelona if they are able to secure points against Sevilla at http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ramon-c30533 Sanchez Pizjuan.
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