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    Pellegrini insists Real deserved to win Madrid derby

    Sunday, November 8, 2009

    Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini felt his side were full value for their derby win over Atletico, but admitted it was an uncomfortable end to the match as their hosts attempted to stage a late fightback following Sergio Ramos' dismissal. Real, who have not lost a league match at the Vicente Calderon since the 1998-99 season, looked to be cruising to a comprehensive victory as goals from Kaka, Marcelo and Gonzalo Higuain saw them leading 3-0 midway through the second half. However, the 66th- ...

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