Real Madrid entered the match strongly, taking a 2-0 lead, but their performance gradually declined, allowing Barcelona to mount a comeback and overturn the scoreline. Despite the Blaugrana’s superiority, the second half featured moments that could have shifted the game back in Real Madrid’s favor.<\/p>\n
Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 reduced the deficit to 4-3, and in the final moments, V\u00edctor Mu\u00f1iz had a golden opportunity to equalize. He found himself completely alone in front of Szcz\u0119sny, but his shot went wide. It\u2019s possible that his desire to secure the match for Real Madrid on his debut affected his composure.<\/p>\n
According to sources close to the club, Mu\u00f1iz was unable to hold back his emotions after the match against Barcelona and broke down in tears in the dressing room. He may have felt responsible for missing the chance to level the score. However, coach Carlo Ancelotti made sure to speak with him and embraced him in an effort to lift his spirits.<\/p>\n
Ancelotti comforts his young player:
\nHe told him, \u201cIt\u2019s not your fault. You missed the chance, and that happens\u2026 You\u2019ll have more moments like this in the future.\u201d The Italian coach wanted to relieve Mu\u00f1iz of any guilt, firmly believing that the loss was not his responsibility.<\/p>\n
Although Mu\u00f1iz had previously been called up to the national team, he likely never imagined that his first official appearance would come in a La Liga Cl\u00e1sico. Ancelotti chose to give him that opportunity in the final minutes, marking his debut with the first team.<\/p>\n
With Endrick already on the pitch and Vin\u00edcius forced off due to injury, Ancelotti saw Mu\u00f1iz as a fitting option, thanks to his speed and direct playing style. He came close to leaving a decisive mark in his debut, but luck was not on his side.<\/p>\n
The experience was a tough one for him, spoiling what was meant to be a memorable occasion. Ancelotti understood this well and was quick to console him. Missing the goal didn\u2019t make him the villain of the Cl\u00e1sico.<\/p>\n
Interestingly, Mu\u00f1iz\u2019s involvement drew widespread attention\u2014not because he didn\u2019t deserve it, but because he came on while Rodrygo remained on the bench, after Ancelotti opted to bring on Arda G\u00fcler in attack.<\/p>\n
When asked why Rodrygo wasn\u2019t included or even warmed up during the match, Ancelotti explained: \u201cHe didn\u2019t warm up because he had just recovered and wasn\u2019t fully fit to compete.\u201d However, that explanation did little to quiet speculation surrounding his future with the team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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