Real Madrid Fans Furious Over Alejandro Balde’s Goal
Real Madrid supporters criticize defensive lapses after Alejandro Balde’s unchallenged goal in Barcelona’s 5-2 Super Cup final victory.
Real Madrid fans have expressed their anger and frustration following their team’s 5-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. A key moment drawing criticism was the fourth goal scored by Alejandro Balde, which highlighted a series of defensive errors by Madrid.
The buildup to Balde’s goal began with a poorly executed short corner by Real Madrid. A miscommunication between Antonio Rudiger and Eduardo Camavinga led to a turnover. Balde seized the opportunity, intercepting the ball and starting a rapid counterattack. The young Spanish defender delivered a precise pass to Raphinha, who dribbled past Thibaut Courtois and returned the ball to Balde, allowing him to slot it into the net.
Fans took to social media to voice their dissatisfaction, questioning why no Real Madrid player attempted to stop Balde during the sequence. Many supporters blamed Rudiger and Camavinga for their lack of coordination and criticized the team for losing focus during the critical added time period of the first half.
After the match, Real Madrid manager Carlos Ancelotti acknowledged his team’s shortcomings, stating, “We didn’t play football today.” He further highlighted the team’s lack of energy and poor organization, which allowed Barcelona to exploit their defensive vulnerabilities effectively.
This loss has sparked wider discussions among fans and analysts about Real Madrid’s defensive structure and their ability to compete against top-tier teams. With crucial matches ahead in La Liga and the Champions League, pressure is mounting on the team to address these issues and rebound from the disappointing defeat.