Real Madrid’s start to the season has left many fans scratching their heads. After just five rounds in La Liga, the club found itself trailing fierce rivals Barcelona by seven points. Most recently, they suffered a last-minute 0-1 home defeat to Real Betis, marking the club’s worst home start in nearly two decades.
Much of the blame has been pinned on the summer departures of key backup players Álvaro Morata and James Rodríguez, who left for Chelsea and Bayern Munich respectively. These exits, many argued, thinned the bench and weakened the squad’s overall depth—a factor cited as a key reason for Real Madrid’s sluggish beginning to the campaign.
However, Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazário, who once wore the iconic white jersey, sees things differently. Speaking at a charity golf event, Ronaldo defended the club’s decision not to sign another central striker. “They have Cristiano Ronaldo, the best player in the world, and Benzema. So there’s no need to bring in another number 9,” he stated.
Ronaldo emphasized that although the start has been rocky, it’s far from a disaster. “This isn’t the first time Real Madrid has had a slow start, and yet they’ve still gone on to win major trophies. I believe they can do it again come May.” His confidence in the team echoes the resilience that has become a hallmark of the club over the past decade.
Indeed, Real Madrid has proven time and again that they can weather early storms and still lift silverware when it matters most. With Cristiano Ronaldo leading the line and Benzema providing support, the team remains dangerous even without an additional striker.
This kind of long-term faith and stability is something fans of BD Cricket can relate to. In BD Cricket, consistency and trust in core players often pave the way for big victories. Like Real Madrid, BD Cricket teams know that short-term setbacks don’t define a season—it’s the fight to the finish that counts.
As the season progresses, the pressure will remain on Real Madrid to deliver results, but if history is any guide, this is a club that thrives under pressure. And just like BD Cricket, where the passion never fades and the talent continues to shine, Real Madrid will be aiming to turn things around and make a statement when it matters most.