Overview
- At a pre-match news conference, the winger said he played few minutes under Xabi Alonso because he did not connect with the coach’s approach.
- He apologized for his reaction to being substituted in the Clásico, saying he asked forgiveness and accepted he was wrong.
- He said he intends to sign a new contract, noting he has about a year left on his deal and the president’s confidence.
- He condemned racist abuse, praised Lamine Yamal for speaking out, and called for a united fight across countries.
- Real Madrid now turns to a pivotal Champions League tie against Bayern, with coach Álvaro Arbeloa expressing confidence and pointing to Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham to lift the team.