Context
Real Madrid is going through a delicate period in its quest for new trophies during this 2025-2026 season. After a European campaign marked by an elimination in the Champions League quarter-finals against Bayern Munich, the hopes of the *merengue* club have considerably diminished. In La Liga, the situation is far from ideal with several underperforming results that distance the club from winning a major title.
This sporting instability is exacerbated by a series of disappointing championship results, notably defeats and draws against opponents considered within their reach. These underperformances have eroded the confidence of supporters, who see their expectations crumble week after week. Real Madrid, accustomed to dominating on the national and European stage, now finds itself in an uncomfortable, pressured position.
The weight of previous seasons, marked by a rich trophy cabinet, amplifies the contrast with the current situation. The shadow of FC Barcelona still looms over La Liga, with a possible 'gift' offer in case of a slip-up from the Catalans. The stakes are therefore high, but recent results leave a bitter taste for Madrid fans, who are now expressing their frustration and disenchantment.
Key Events
Last week, Real Madrid recorded two particularly disappointing results in La Liga: a defeat against Mallorca (2-1) followed by a draw against Girona (1-1). These results add to the heavy Champions League elimination against Bayern, which ended the club's European ambitions this season. These underperformances have contributed to reducing the chances to almost nothing