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Real Madrid struggles with low run distances in La Liga this season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 5:10 PM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Real Madrid struggles with low run distances in La Liga this season

Summary

Real Madrid enters the international break after a 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid. The team has lost two matches this season and shows a lack of cohesion, averaging only 83.46 kilometers run per match, the least in La Liga. In comparison, rivals Barcelona average 104.64 kilometers, highlighting Real's energy deficiency. Jose Mourinho faces criticism for not mobilizing his star players, such as Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe, effectively. The international break presents a crucial opportunity for Mourinho to address these concerns.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid lost 2-1 to Atletico Madrid recently.
•The team averages 83.46 kilometers run per match, the lowest in La Liga.
•Barcelona ranks second with an average of 104.64 kilometers.
•Jose Mourinho is under scrutiny for team performance and cohesion.
•The international break provides time to address these challenges.

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5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Stat attack: Real Madrid rank rock bottom in key metric in La Liga this season

What they're saying

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Real Madrid are heading into the international break with more questions than answers, having recently fallen to a 2-1 defeat to rivals Atletico Madrid.Jose Mourinho’s men have already lost two matc...
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