Real Madrid vs. Valencia: How Los Che Will Keep Things Close vs. La Liga Leaders

Valencia will defy the odds and keep tomorrow's match against Real Madrid close.

Los Che will need to do a few things to make this possible. Real Madrid is the superior talent and have enjoyed a magical season because of their incredible skill.

Here is how they can Los Che can make Real Madrid sweat this one out.

Take Away Cristiano Ronaldo's Space

Ronaldo is one of the most skilled players in La Liga and the world. Halting his production is nearly impossible, but Los Che can contain him.

Los Che's defense has not been their problem this season. They allow just over one goal per game.

However, Real Madrid is a different animal. They can poke holes in the soundest of defenses with their crisp passing, solid form and unflappable shape.

Madrid's attack is led by Ronaldo. He spearheads their goal scoring and makes plays for others when he is not scoring by himself.

Los Che must contain Ronaldo by taking away his time and space. He is an exceptionally skilled player with otherworldly ballhandling ability.

If he gets time to operate, he will make something happen. It is that simple.

Free Up Roberto Soldado

Soldado is Los Che's only viable offensive threat. They will find a way to give him scoring chances in tomorrow's match.

Los Che only scores 1.3 goals per contest. That pales in comparison to Madrid's four goals per game.

Soldado leads Los Che with 16 goals this season. He will never be mistaken for Ronaldo, but he is extremely dangerous.

Soldado is a capable creator in the open field, but he excels when the ball is given to him. He strikes the ball with exceptional power, and does not need much room to fire the ball at the net.

Los Che is not going to win La Liga. They will go for broke in this game, and get creative with their offensive attack.

This will allow Soldado to enjoy a few odd-man rushes, and capitalize on at least one.

Steal Momentum

Real Madrid will try and get their home crowd into this game with an early goal. Los Che will keep this close by denying Madrid's early opportunities, and quieting the Madrid faithful.

Momentum plays a major role in any sporting event. The home team wants their crowd on their feet cheering in eager anticipation of the next triumph. In soccer, it acts as a symbolic 12th man.

Los Che will keep this game closer than expected by taking Real Madrid's crowd out of the equation. This will allow them to stay in the game and believe in their chances to pull the tremendous upset.