[GJM]

I don't rate Rijkaard one bit, but he was perfect for Barcelona. I've said it elsewhere, but a club that has had their resources and talent over the years should have enjoyed greater success than they have. They are under-acheving eye candy. I don't for one second doubt that they will get somebody else in who will continue this trend. Viva Espanyol!

I agree with the point about Schuster though. I think he's a quality coach who is developing an impressive track record, in Spanish football at least. When it comes to Europe, Real have looked fairly clueless in key games.