The fear of a nasty incident during training briefly stirred the Madrid news. On the eve of Real Madrid’s trip to Valencia, the Merengues held their final session on Saturday in a generally relaxed and focused atmosphere. Laughter, playful exchanges, and diligent work marked the session.
But a short clip captured by cameras caught the attention of the Spanish press: Kylian Mbappé was seen giving a stern reprimand to Antonio Rüdiger after a tackle deemed a bit too aggressive. It seemed harmless at first glance, but the incident was enough to spark comments, with some fearing a poorly controlled gesture in training just hours before an important match.
During a rondo, the Frenchman criticized his teammate for a tackle he felt was too forceful. There were some gestures of annoyance and a visible reprimand, but it mainly reflected the intensity of the moment. The captain of Les Bleus then repositioned himself in the center of the rondo, smiling just seconds later, proving that the episode was ultimately minor.
