Real Madrid and Mallorca faced off in a highly anticipated Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Saudi Arabia. The match, played at King Abdullah Sport City, ended with Real Madrid securing a convincing 3-0 victory.
The clash, however, was marked by moments of tension and aggression on the pitch. As the clock wound down, emotions ran high, culminating in a heated exchange involving multiple players. The intense atmosphere extended beyond the final whistle, further highlighting the fraught relationship between the two sides.
Tensions boil over in final minutes
The game’s closing moments saw confrontations involving Vinícius Jr., Raúl Asencio, and Mallorca defender Pablo Maffeo. These incidents sparked heated debates about the nature of the rivalry and the individuals involved.
Pablo Maffeo, in particular, found himself at the center of controversy once again. His involvement in multiple skirmishes drew the ire of Real Madrid players, with Aurélien Tchouaméni being especially vocal about the situation.
Tchouaméni calls out Maffeo
Speaking to Movistar after the match, Tchouaméni did not hold back in his criticism of Maffeo’s behavior. As quoted by The Athletic’s Guillermo Rai, the French midfielder shared his frustrations:
“Every game we have a problem with him. A problem between Vinícius and Maffeo? We know it, but it’s not important. We don’t want to talk about this guy (Maffeo) because that’s what he wants.”
Tchouaméni’s remarks reflect ongoing tensions between the two teams, with Maffeo frequently at the center of disputes. Despite the drama, Real Madrid’s focus remains on their triumph and preparation for the tournament finale.
