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“The worst losers” – German media rips into Real Madrid after Champions League exit
Real Madrid are once again at the centre of European debate following their Champions League exit, but this time, the harshest reaction has come from Germany in the aftermath of their defeat to Bayern Munich.
While much of the focus has been on the controversial moments during the game, a scathing report published by Die Welt has taken things a step further.
The article, written by sports editor Sven Flohr, delivers a direct and unfiltered critique of Madrid’s behaviour, both during the closing stages of the match and after the final whistle at the Allianz Arena.
“The worst losers in world football,” Flohr wrote.
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The journalist does not hold back as he questions the mentality and reactions of the Madrid players following their elimination.
In his view, the club, once known for its dominance and class, is now showing a different image when things go against them.
“Real Madrid suffer defeat in Munich and, as is often the case, blame the referee. Who else?
“Conspiracy theories have long been part of the DNA of a club that has been losing respect and decency for years”
The criticism intensifies, shifting focus from the immediate result to what the journalist describes as a recurring pattern in Madrid’s conduct.
Flohr suggests that the inability to accept defeat gracefully is becoming a defining trait.
“Winning is easy, but few know how to lose. Like Real Madrid.
“The club that was once so proud, great and exemplary, and which has been losing dignity and respect for years.
“According to them, the blame for the defeat lay not with their own performance, but with the referee. As is often the case with Madrid.
“The Spaniards’ anger should also be directed at Camavinga, who should have refrained by all means from such antics.”
Attacking the players
The article goes further, directly addressing the behaviour of Madrid players in the final minutes of the game, where tensions were visibly high.
According to Flohr, these reactions reflect deeper issues within the club’s culture.
“The fact that his teammates saw things differently may also be because unsportsmanlike behaviour, intimidation of the referee and tales of backstabbing have long been part of Real Madrid’s DNA.”
The article concludes with a detailed description of specific moments involving key players such as Vinicius Jr., Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler and referee Slavko Vincic, painting a picture of a heated and chaotic ending to the match.
“After Luis Diaz’s goal, the ever-provocative Vinicius Jr. was already applauding sarcastically in the referee’s direction.
“After the final whistle, the bad behaviour knew no bounds. The Brazilian stood menacingly in front of Vincic and pointed his finger in his face.
“Jude Bellingham and Arda Güler harassed and insulted the Slovenian. Bayern deserved to win. Real Madrid should simply admit it,” he concluded.
Source: SPORT
It has been an unusually long September international break, but Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho will have begun preparing for club football to resume this weekend.
Los Blancos are gradually getting their squad back together after the international break, with Denzel Dumfries, Brahim Diaz, Bernardo Silva, Vinicius Junior and Endrick having now completed their national-team commitments.
All five players are set to return to Madrid, giving Mourinho an important group back as preparations resume ahead of a difficult game against Villarreal.
Mourinho’s numbers begin to improve
The timing is particularly useful for Mourinho because international breaks can leave coaches with very little time to work with their full squads.
Dumfries and Bernardo are two players whose roles remain particularly interesting.
The Dutchman provides Mourinho with a powerful option on the right, while Bernardo’s ability to control possession could become increasingly valuable as Madrid continue searching for the right midfield balance.
Vinicius returning is equally significant. The Brazilian has endured a difficult opening period of the season by his standards.
Getting back to Madrid early and having the extra days of training could be beneficial in helping him rediscover his best level.
Another opportunity for Endrick
Endrick’s return could be especially important on an individual level.
The 20-year-old has barely featured for Madrid this season, playing only four official minutes, with injury also affecting his opportunities.
His lack of football has already created questions about whether another loan could become necessary in January.
The coming weeks therefore represent an important period for the young striker. With Kylian Mbappe still recovering from an injury, he could get an opportunity against Villarreal.
Brahim’s return gives Mourinho another attacking option, while having five internationals back should also allow the manager to try out tactical ideas.
International breaks often force clubs to prepare for matches with players arriving in stages and carrying different workloads.
The length of this break has almost made this feel like a mini pre-season, and it remains to be seen what improvements we see from the team once club football resumes.
