In a just-concluded La Liga focus game, Real Madrid hosted Athletic Bilbao. Although this is a regular game does not involve direct confrontation for the title, but the field has a surprising episode – when the stadium screen switched to the stands of the French star Mbappe, the audience actually issued a boo and whistle. This scene quickly hit the headlines of major Spanish media, triggering a large number of fans and the media hot discussion.
Where did the boos come from? Fans dissatisfaction or related to the Champions League exit
Mbappe was not in the lineup for the match, not because the coach decided to rotate, but because he was suspended for this match due to a red card he received in the previous match against Alaves. At the same time, he had an ankle injury that prevented him from playing. Nonetheless, he still showed up at the Bernabeu Stadium and cheered for his team from the stands.
However, when the camera lens was focused on Mbappe and put his image on the big screen inside the stadium, an accident happened. Many Real Madrid fans on the field began to whistle and boo. This reaction was no coincidence, and behind it was a reflection of the fans’ dissatisfaction with Mbappe’s recent performances, especially in the team’s recent Champions League matches.
Real Madrid were knocked out of the Champions League quarterfinals by Arsenal a few days ago, and Mbappe’s play in the two-legged tie was considered to be very subdued. Despite being one of the team’s top scorers in La Liga with 22 goals already this season, he has failed to put in the performances he deserves on the most crucial stage of the Champions League.
Mbappe’s performance raises questions
In the two Champions League matches against Arsenal, Mbappe hardly shone. Not only did he fail to score, but he looked like he had few solutions against the tight defense of the Premier League powerhouse, and even missed a few passes impressively. Real Madrid fans had high expectations of him and thought that he should have stepped up to the plate at crucial moments, but the reality was not to be.
Because of this, many fans partially blamed Mbappe for the team’s exit. While this isn’t entirely fair, the catharsis of fan emotions is often visceral and intense. Boos and whistles become a way to express their disappointment.
Real Madrid’s chances this season are few and far between, and the Copa del Rey is their last hope.
Although Real Madrid was in hot form in the early part of the season, taking the European Super Cup and the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, two international honors, their performance in the domestic arena has gradually declined. Especially in the La Liga standings, they have been shaken off by their rivals Barcelona by 4 points, and with only a few rounds of matches left, it is very difficult to catch up.
Right now, an important goal for Real Madrid is the upcoming Copa del Rey final against the hot Barcelona. If they can win the Cup, they can more or less put a bright color on this season. Mbappe’s health status will directly affect the team’s chances of winning. He is now stepping up his treatment of an ankle injury, trying to catch up with the key battle that may decide the honor belongs to.
Fans’ attitude towards Mbappe has changed significantly
In fact, Mbappe has been in the spotlight since he joined Real Madrid. His transfer was a huge sensation and many Real Madrid fans saw him as the future backbone of the team. However, as the game progressed, his performance fluctuated. Especially in some key matches, he failed to perform at the expected level, which gradually turned the fans’ expectation on him into skepticism.
Being booed this time may not mean that he has lost the support of the fans, but it certainly serves as a warning that when you wear the Real Madrid colors, you have to take the responsibility of winning. What fans want to see is not fame, but a core player who can really decide the direction of the game on the field.
Real Madrid’s next challenge
Real Madrid doesn’t have an easy schedule ahead of them. They will face Getafe this week, followed by the much-anticipated national derby against Barcelona. This game will play a decisive role in the La Liga title race, and will also be a test of Mbappe’s form.
If Mbappe can recover in time, and in these two key games have excellent performance, then the previous dissatisfaction voice may gradually be forgotten. But if he continues to be in a slump or misses another game due to injury, the pressure of public opinion will only increase.
Summary: Mbappe Needs to Fight Back with Performance
For Real Madrid and Mbappe, this is a very critical stage. The team is looking for a domestic title at the end of the season, while Mbappe needs to prove his worth in a crucial match. The booing of the fans, though harsh, is a reminder that at the big clubs, performance is the only way to earn respect.
The next few games will be an important test for Mbappe. Whether he is able to turn pressure into motivation and help Real Madrid survive when they need it most will also determine the direction of his reputation at the Bernabeu.