Mourinho's Real Madrid Covers Least Ground in La Liga

Real Madrid is currently the team covering the least ground per match in La Liga after the first seven rounds of the season. According to data from "Sofascore," José Mourinho's squad averages just 96.5 kilometers per game – nearly six kilometers below the league average of 102.35 km. Barcelona, by comparison, ranks as the fifth most active team, clocking in at 104.64 kilometers per match.

This statistic is particularly striking given the expectations following Mourinho's return, which brought a stricter regimen for players, encompassing diet, rest, recovery, and training. Despite these measures, Real Madrid remains at the bottom for distance covered in La Liga. The recent 1-2 loss to Atlético Madrid further intensified scrutiny over the intensity and control within the "Whites'" play.

Simultaneously, statistics reveal that this issue is not new, having persisted over the past few seasons. This is despite various coaches with differing tactics and demands having managed "Los Blancos," yet certain collective weaknesses continue to surface.

Intriguingly, despite Mourinho's stricter regime, initial indicators do not show an increase in intensity during official matches. Thus, the question of Real Madrid's physical activity remains a key part of the broader debate surrounding the team's early-season performance, as reported by "Marca."