Guillermo Almada expressed his disappointment following the Real Oviedo’s 0-2 loss to Real Madrid, though much of the post-match dialogue focused on the intense atmosphere at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
The match was marked by palpable tension in the crowd, as some Real Madrid supporters subjected Kylian Mbappe to loud boos throughout the encounter.
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In stark contrast, veteran midfielder Santi Cazorla received a heartfelt ovation when he took the field for Oviedo.
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After the match, Almada reflected on the gameplay and the fervent atmosphere surrounding it.
Guillermo Almada was disappointed by the outcome. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
“I felt we managed the game well at points and created some good chances. We would have preferred to have more control over the play.”
“While we were pleased with the players’ commitment, we wished we could have delivered a different result for our fans.”
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Though Oviedo performed admirably at times, Almada acknowledged that they ultimately failed to capitalize on their opportunities against a tense Real Madrid squad.
“However, the players’ efforts and overall performance left us feeling unsatisfied. Losing is never easy, and we wanted to present our fans with a positive outcome.”
“I appreciate the commitment and determination shown, but we were unable to convert our best chances.”
Almada’s Reaction to Bernabeu Boos
Mbappe was met with loud boos. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)
One of the main stories of the night was the treatment of Mbappe by the home crowd.
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The French star was heavily booed when he came on in the second half, with growing frustration among parts of the Bernabeu crowd following a challenging season for Real Madrid.
When asked about the reaction towards Mbappe, Almada expressed surprise at the animosity directed at a player of his caliber.
“It’s not typical for players of such quality to receive boos.”
“The applause for Santi was expected; he is a player who enjoys love and respect across Spain. He has earned that throughout his career,” he concluded.
Source: AS