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Real Madrid Surprise Mourinho With Big Win Over Schalke

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Real Madrid delivered a surprising performance that impressed coach Jose Mourinho, as four players stood out in a convincing win over Schalke in a friendly match.

Kylian Mbappe returned to the scoresheet, netting a goal that underlined his continued good form for the club.

Turkish midfielder Arda Guler also shone, contributing to what has been described as an impressive team display.

The result has led some to suggest that Real Madrid have sent a "terrifying warning" to rival clubs in the league ahead of the new season.

A video of the match has circulated widely, highlighting the team's strong performance and attacking play.

In a separate match, Barcelona also produced a dominant display, thrashing Basel by a wide margin.

The two results suggest that both Spanish giants are entering the season with strong momentum and confidence in their squads.

While the matches were not part of official league competition, they are being seen as important indicators of each team's early-season form.

Supporters of both clubs have reacted positively on social media, sharing highlights and praising the performances of key players.

Analysts note that such results, even in friendly fixtures, can set the tone for a team's confidence heading into more serious competitions.

Both Real Madrid and Barcelona will be looking to carry this momentum forward as they prepare for their upcoming league fixtures.

Vocabulary7 words

surprising
not expected; causing shock
friendly match
a game that does not count in official competition
netting
scoring a goal
league
a group of teams that compete against each other
thrashing
beating someone by a lot
momentum
a strong forward movement or progress
squad
the full group of players in a team

Quiz

1. What was notable about Real Madrid's performance against Schalke?
2. What does the article say about Mbappe?
3. True or False: Barcelona also won convincingly, beating Basel by a wide margin.

Discussion questions

  1. Why might friendly matches still be important for building team confidence?
  2. What impact could this kind of performance have on a team heading into the season?
  3. Do you think media descriptions like 'terrifying warning' are useful or exaggerated in sports journalism?
  4. How might strong pre-season form affect fans' expectations for the rest of the season?

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