But where has the club that terrorized the whole of Europe gone? To date, Real Madrid has had a blank season. Second in the championship, behind FC Barcelona, the Merengues also exited the Champions League quite early. Results which disappoint and which cause a lot of internal tension. As indicated The Teamcriticism began to focus on Kylian Mbappé, making him a prime target within the club. Still injured, the French striker would therefore be indirectly at the center of internal tensions.
The sports daily also explained that Alvaro Arbeloa would have taken advantage of the fact that the media attention was mainly focused on Mbappé and his performances to put him down to earth. During a crisis meeting, his coach allegedly criticized certain players for their lack of defensive effort and involvement in pressing. And despite remarkable statistics (41 goals and 5 assists), the 27-year-old star was singled out. This Sunday at 9:00 p.m., Barça hosts its rival, and there is no doubt that the two squads are in different atmospheres.