Real Madrid Fans’ Controversial Behavior During Champions League Clash
Real Madrid supporters allegedly directed discriminatory chants at Pep Guardiola during an intense Champions League match that saw Manchester City eliminated from the competition. The defending champions suffered a devastating 3-1 defeat, with Kylian Mbappe’s spectacular hat-trick securing a 6-3 aggregate victory in the play-off round.
The Santiago Bernabeu crowd, known for their passionate support, targeted the former Barcelona manager with controversial chants when their team took a 2-0 lead. Spanish media outlet Marca reported that supporters referenced a particular Madrid district, using terminology with discriminatory undertones.
The hostile reception comes at a sensitive time for Guardiola, following his recent separation from wife Cristina Serra after three decades together. According to entertainment journalists Lorena Vasquez and Laura Fa, the split occurred after Guardiola extended his Manchester City contract, despite previously indicating plans to leave the UK.
Match Highlights and Key Moments
The game’s crucial moments unfolded as follows:
• 4th minute: Mbappe opens the scoring
• 33rd minute: French striker doubles Real Madrid’s lead
• 62nd minute: Hat-trick completion by Mbappe
• Late stages: Nico Gonzalez scores consolation goal for City
The defeat marked a significant setback for Guardiola’s side, who entered the match as favorites following their treble-winning campaign last season. Real Madrid fans continued their taunting with ironic “Guardiola, stay” chants echoing through the stadium at least three times after Mbappe secured his hat-trick.
Background Context:
– Guardiola’s history with Barcelona (2008-2012):
* Two Champions League titles
* Three LaLiga championships
* Intense rivalry with Real Madrid
Personal Circumstances:
– Recent separation from Cristina Serra
– Couple lived apart for 5+ years
– Serra resided in Barcelona with one of their three children
– Marriage officially began in 2014
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