Shock for Real Madrid: second clap against Barcelona in a row!

Shock for Real Madrid: second clap against Barcelona in a row!

King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - The football world is head after the devastating 2: 5 debacle by Real Madrid in the Supercopa final against arch-rival FC Barcelona. The game, which took place on January 12, 2025 in the King Abdullah Sports City Stadion in Dschidda, saw an exciting course: Kylian Mbappé brought Madrid early, but the Catalans counterattack with impressive efficiency. After half time, Madrid was under pressure. Like OE24 , the game was a bit of disappointment for the royal, especially since they were a trend of weak appearances against Continue Barcelona.

Barcelona won the final with a solid performance despite a dismissal for Wojciech Szczesny. The team around coach Hansi Flick showed itself particularly quickly and efficiently at the gates of Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha, such href = "https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/real-madrid-barcelona-live-score-sult-updates-stats-super-cup/21cc5b16dc08a75f9f99a"> Sporting news The German trainer was criticized for his team's weak defensive performance. The press in Spain spoke of a new identity crisis for Real Madrid after they had to accept two historical defeats in a row in Clásico.

ancelotti under pressure

Trainer Carlo Ancelotti is now the focus of criticism. Despite a promising start to the season, the team failed to prove themselves in crucial moments. Players like Luka Modric did not deny Barcelona's superiority and blamed them. "We are sorry for the fans and for ourselves, but I am sure that we will react," said the experienced midfielder. Time is urgent, because within a week there are three home games for the royal, including the Copa-Delrey round of round against Celta de Vigo and a league duel against Las Palmas.

The focus of the Madrilenen is now on the upcoming Champions League game against RB Salzburg, where a victory is absolutely necessary to regain the backing of the fans and the media. A positive sign: David Alaba will soon be ready to play again to stabilize the defense.