The repercussions of Barcelona’s heavy defeat against Atlético Madrid in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final continued, with the team suffering a crushing 4-0 loss, significantly complicating their chances of defending the title they won last season. The match left the team facing a near-impossible challenge in the second leg, requiring a heroic performance that may not satisfy the fans.
Amid the tension and disappointment in the dressing room, Frenkie de Jong’s behavior sparked controversy among Barcelona supporters. Despite his disappointing performance, the Dutch player appeared calm and showed no signs of displeasure, even laughing during an interview with his former teammate Samuel Umtiti, which angered fans on social media.
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The problem wasn’t limited to the fans; it reached club legends. According to the newspaper El Nacional, Carles Puyol launched a scathing attack on de Jong, asserting that the player is not worthy of wearing the captain’s armband and that he has not performed at the level expected of Barcelona in big matches. Puyol’s comments add further pressure on the player and cast doubt on his future with the team ahead of the crucial second leg.
Barcelona now faces a tough test, where every player needs to give their best; otherwise, the season could end in another disappointment for the fans.
