Kroos praises Mourinho after Real Madrid's El Clásico win over Barcelona
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Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos reflected on the team's 1-2 victory over Barcelona in Sunday’s El Clásico, commending coach José Mourinho. Kroos noted that Madrid's performance marked a shift from recent encounters that had seen Barcelona dominate. He highlighted the team's bold style and effective defensive strategies against Barcelona's attack, praising Mourinho's tactics, particularly the man-marking assignment of Huijsen against Fermín. Kroos stated that the match showcased Madrid's intensity and cohesion, which unsettled Barcelona's players. The analysis underscores the tactical developments in their rivalry as both clubs vie for LaLiga supremacy.
- •Real Madrid won 1-2 against Barcelona in El Clásico.
- •Kroos applauded Mourinho's tactical approach during the match.
- •Madrid played courageously and effectively defended against Barcelona.
- •Huijsen's marking of Fermín disrupted Barcelona's rhythm.
- •The victory reflects a shift in power dynamics between the teams.
- 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid legend praises Jose Mourinho’s Clasico masterclass: ‘They played exceptionally well’
- 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — Kroos analyzes El Clásico: “I have to praise Mourinho”
"Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos discussed the club’s impressive 1-2 win over Barcelona in Sunday’s El Clásico and he was quick to praise coach José Mourinho. “Over the past two years, the Clásicos had been going Barça’s way. Unfortunately, that was the case in the last six or seven meetings, and that’s what we expected […]
"Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona has restored confidence around the Santiago Bernabeu after a difficult period against their biggest rivals.Jose Mourinho’s side not only secured three impo...
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 9:40 AMReal Madrid legend praises Jose Mourinho’s Clasico masterclass: ‘They played exceptionally well’
Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona has restored confidence around the Santiago Bernabeu after a difficult period against their biggest rivals.Jose Mourinho’s side not only secured three impo...
- Yahoo SportsOct 28, 2026, 9:06 AMKroos analyzes El Clásico: “I have to praise Mourinho”
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos discussed the club’s impressive 1-2 win over Barcelona in Sunday’s El Clásico and he was quick to praise coach José Mourinho. “Over the past two years, the Clásicos had been going Barça’s way. Unfortunately, that was the case in the last six or seven meetings, and that’s what we expected […]
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