Real Madrid collapses, fans furious demand Perez resign

A fall at the Bernabeu not only made Real Madrid pay on the league table but also sparked a surge of outrage from the stands, putting the club's top brass in the eye of the hurricane.

The 0-1 defeat right at the Santiago Bernabéu against Getafe CF in the early hours of March 3rd was not just a simple loss for Real Madrid. It was a heavy blow to their La Liga ambitions as they stalled at 60 points, trailing FC Barcelona by 4 points with only 12 rounds remaining in the season. That gap significantly narrows the path to the title.

The match's only goal came from a scramble in the penalty area, as Real's defense failed to clear decisively, allowing Facundo Satriano to fire a determined shot. It was the first time in years Getafe left the Bernabéu with all three points. A true "earthquake" that exposed the fragility of the Royal club at this decisive stage.

The defeat grew even heavier as stoppage time turned into a disciplinary disaster. Franco Mastantuono reacted to the referee and received a direct red card. A suspension is almost certain, and could even be extended depending on the report. Earlier, Dean Huijsen and Alvaro Carreras also picked up enough yellow cards, meaning three absences for the next round.

Amid the storm, Coach Alvaro Arbeloa did not shy away from responsibility. He stated: "No one is giving up. Don't blame the players, the fault is mine." The Spanish coach further emphasized: "When the team doesn't win, the coach must be the first to take responsibility." This message defending his players came at a time of mounting pressure.

Arbeloa still tried to maintain fighting spirit in the dressing room. "Our goal is to take all 36 remaining points. First up is the match in Vigo, and we must win. No one is allowed to give up." He asserted: "La Liga is not over. There are still 36 points to play for and we will fight until the end. It's only 4 more points, we can catch up. This is Real Madrid."

However, internal belief was not enough to soothe the anger in the stands. According to Diario AS, during and after the match, a section of fans chanted: "Florentino Perez, resign!" The call was aimed directly at President Florentino Pérez, who was seen looking somber. The image of sparse stands further illustrated the widespread disappointment.

The crisis deepened as Real confirmed Kylian Mbappé suffered a left knee sprain, casting doubt on his availability for the Champions League clash with Manchester City. The medical report stated: "Diagnosis confirms Mbappe has a left knee sprain and is undergoing treatment. His condition will continue to be monitored." Arbeloa was cautious: "We will monitor him day by day. For now, it's best not to set a specific timeline. What matters is how he feels," while emphasizing Real would not take risks.

One defeat, three suspensions, the risk of losing a key star, and a wave of protest against the leadership - Real Madrid is facing its toughest challenge of the season. As Barcelona accelerates and the dressing room feels besieged by pressure, the biggest question now is not just about points, but the character of the entire system in this crisis.