Real Madrid's humiliating 5-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup has left the team on the brink of implosion. Tensions in the dressing room, growing criticism of Carlo Ancelotti, and discontent among fans have put the Italian coach at the center of the controversy.
New revelations in the Madrid press have further exacerbated the crisis. The Clasico defeat in the Spanish Super Cup will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. Against a formidable Barcelona, Real Madrid left the field humiliated, their heads hung low in an uncharacteristic image for a club of their stature.
This exceptional defeat has left a deep wound within the team. Criticism poured in immediately after the match, with fans, media, and even some players pointing fingers at Ancelotti's questionable tactics and the team's collective underperformance.
However, one bright spot remains: Kylian Mbappé. His stunning goal and remarkable performance were his best since joining Real Madrid, sparing him from the criticism that has engulfed the rest of the team.
This defeat has only deepened the internal fractures within Real Madrid, and the pressure on Ancelotti has reached new heights. A strong and immediate response seems necessary to halt this negative spiral.
In a desperate bid to turn things around, Ancelotti has reportedly asked club president Florentino Pérez for reinforcements in the transfer market. With the team's hierarchy and fans demanding immediate results, Ancelotti's future hangs in the balance.