Wonderful Barcelona Teach Madrid A Real Lesson

Once again Barcelona have proven why they are the greatest team on the planet. 

The way in which they play football is that of sheer class. It was truly mesmerising and last night's game showed just how far away Real Madrid are from challenging them. Despite there impressive start under Jose Mourinho it was evident just how far they still have to go. I have no doubt that they will as with Mourinho in charge they will improve. 

Dynamic Duo-
Arguably the best on and off the field.
Guardiola with Messi are making Barcelona
 truly great 

I would not even rule them out of winning the league this year despite the humbling 5-0 thumping they received last night although it is a tough ask. No one saw such a result coming, it was billed as a tight affair that could go either way. Mourinho first chance as Real Madrid coach to show his sides improvement. His team were outplayed,outclassed and at numerous points torn apart by the magnificent movement and passing ability of Pep Guardiola's (left) Barcelona. Lionel Messi (left) , Xavi, Andres Iniesta, and David Villa were phenomental and the Madrid defence had nothing in reply. Maybe the occasion for the young Madrid players was too much as they are wonderful players however certain players such as Mesut Ozil were anonymous and really struggled to get into the game.

Barcelona do look a better team then last year and it is hard to believe they could improve on that. This year it would seem Barcelona will for me dominate and the chances on them winning the treble (La Liga, Copa Del Rey and Champions League) must be good bet. The team is phenomenal and frightening for an opposition manager. 

I am sure the corresponding game at the Santiago Bernabeu will be different however last night showed that despite being the undisputed top two the gulf between the two is vast.

Federer Beats Nadal To Win In London

Two modern greats- Federer and Nadal again contest a final

Today was a vital day for Roger Federer. Another defeat by Rafael Nadal may have really signalled the end of him being able to regularly challenge Nadal. 

However a magnificent display by Federer won him the last tournament of the year, the ATP World Tour Final in London, and showed that he still has the ability to continue to challenge and complete with the very best. He won 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 in a great match between two of the modern greats. This win now gives Federer five World Tour Final titles equally that of legends Pete Sampras and Ivan Lendl.

Federer's reaction at the end showed the hungary and desire for victory that still burns inside of him. I am very happy for him and always cheer him on as he is just the complete professional. He makes tennis look so effortless, a true sign of great champion.

Maybe Nadal's earlier match against Andy Murray did weaken him however take nothing away from Federer for a truly wonderful performance. I am sure they will meet again and that more finals await the pair. I do not know for how much longer Federer will be at the top however I would love to see him win one more Wimbledon.

We have been without a doubt witnessing the greatest player of our time, and possibly all time, and it is a privilege to see it.