Leaking Real Madrid players’ WhatsApp conversation after Barcelona defeat against Almeria
Barcelona gave Real Madrid the kiss of life – or at least that’s what Real Madrid players think after Barcelona’s 1-0 defeat by Almeria in the last round.
Madrid’s dressing room exploded with euphoria after the Blaugrana’s 1-0 defeat, as explained by “The Athletic” journalist Mario Cortegana.
The players did not have much hope for the championship after the draw against Atletico Madrid, but Barcelona’s defeat, and above all the decline in performance, made them believe in a return.
According to these reports, the players’ WhatsApp group caught fire as soon as the match between Almeria and Barcelona was over. There was an uncontrollable euphoria at what had just happened and at the chance they had.
Real Madrid are clear that Thursday’s Copa del Rey match could be key to mentally ending the Blaugrana and winning the psychological warfare in the next few matches.
It is clear that Los Blancos will have their priority on the Champions League, although they will be going all out in this cup match with a round of 16 clash against Liverpool, after winning 2-5 in the first leg.
From there, Real Madrid will be hoping for an epic turnaround in La Liga as their sights turn to the match against Barcelona at the Camp Nou on March 19.
If they can win that, they are convinced the Blaugrana will drop far more points than them until the end of the season.
What is clear is that Barcelona’s defeat in Almeria is an unexpected blow for them after a flawless league season. The defeat came at the worst possible time, after being eliminated from the Europa League and with important injuries in the starting line-up.
Source: Sport
