Fans have also turned their anger in the direction of Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, with supporters heard chanting 'Florentino resign' during the match at the Bernabeu. 'In my opinion, the Real Madrid defender should have been sent off because he hit Rico's face with his knee.' The defeat, Real Madrid's fourth in 12 games under Arbeloa, has damaged their hopes of regaining the LaLiga title from Barcelona. Real Madrid fans had been heard booing and chanting against club president Perez, while some were seen leaving before the final whistle. Arbeloa, who was without injured stars Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham, faces a crunch series of matches as Real Madrid bid to keep their season alive.

Source: Daily Mail March 03, 2026 20:05 UTC