Barcelona 2 x 0 Real Madrid | Highlights | LaLiga 2025/2026
Real Madrid’s season, marked by disciplinary issues within the squad, took its worst possible turn for fans: a defeat in the Clásico that handed the LaLiga title to Barcelona. As supporters search for reasons behind the disappointing campaign, Kylian Mbappé’s name has gained increasing scrutiny in recent weeks. Many fans feel the French star lacks the expected commitment, both on and off the pitch.
The latest chapter in this strained relationship unfolded this Sunday. Sidelined from the Clásico due to a muscle injury, Mbappé traveled to Italy to visit his girlfriend, sparking further backlash among supporters. Trying to show he was still engaged with the game at Camp Nou, the French superstar instead ignited another controversy.
He posted an Instagram story meant to encourage the team, but it backfired. Alongside the traditional “Hala Madrid” message, Mbappé shared a photo of the match playing on TV. At that moment, the scoreboard already showed Barcelona leading 2-0—a result that held until the final whistle.
Spanish sports daily *As* called Mbappé’s post “incomprehensible.” Catalan newspaper *Mundo Deportivo* labeled it “a detail that madridismo will not forgive.” Another Catalan outlet, *Sport*, said the publication caused “disbelief and anger” among Real Madrid fans. On social media, many Madridistas reacted negatively to the post.
**Four goals in the last ten games**
Mbappé will finish the season as Real Madrid’s top scorer with 41 goals. However, recent months reflect a dip in form. Since returning from a knee injury in March, the French striker has scored just four goals in ten matches before heading back to the medical room for the final two rounds of LaLiga.