In the Spanish Super Cup final at the Jewel Stadium in Saudi Arabia, Real Madrid endured a humiliating 5-2 loss to their archrivals Barcelona, who delivered a masterful performance from start to finish.
Barcelona’s collective brilliance secured them the title, while Real Madrid struggled throughout, plagued by weak defense and an underwhelming attacking display that failed to meet expectations.
The heavy defeat shocked Real Madrid fans, while it was a historic occasion for Barcelona, who celebrated their victory at the Jewel Stadium.
According to Defensa Central, the loss sparked angry reactions within the Real Madrid squad, with players visibly frustrated by the team’s poor performance.
Kylian Mbappé and Uruguayan midfielder Federico Valverde were particularly vocal in their discontent, pointing out the disastrous performances of Ferland Mendy and Lucas Vazquez.
They urged coach Carlo Ancelotti to drop the two players from the starting lineup for the remainder of the season, citing their subpar performances in the Clasico as pivotal to the heavy defeat.
In internal discussions, Valverde made it clear that Mendy and Vazquez played a significant role in the loss, while Mbappé stressed that the team could not challenge for titles if these players remained in the starting XI.
These demands highlight the players’ frustration with their teammates’ performances and the immense pressure Ancelotti faces following such a painful defeat.
