"The war goes on": explosive scenes inside Real Madrid after toppling Barcelona!
What's the story?
Real Madrid's players had endured a difficult few weeks after their derby defeat to Atletico Madrid, but the win over Barcelona at the Camp Nou changed everything. The victory handed José Mourinho's squad a major morale boost, and it showed clearly in their interactions and messages on social media.
In the press conference that followed the Clasico, Mourinho repeatedly stressed the importance of unity and cohesion. The loss to Atletico had raised questions about whether Real Madrid could overcome their problems and come back strongly in the title race.
Having claimed the three points against Barcelona, the players were keen to show their togetherness. They posted videos, photos and celebratory messages across their accounts, turning the dressing room into the focus of fans' attention as they swapped words of praise and banter after the valuable win.
Mbappé and Diomande
Kylian Mbappé and defender Diomande were among the most prominent names at the heart of the dressing-room scene. The pair shared a special moment after the win over Barcelona that spoke volumes about their relationship.
"He's my brother," Mbappé said of his teammate. Diomande replied: "He's my little brother." The exchange caught the eye of followers and laid bare the closeness between the players after one of the most important matches of the season.
The moment came amid the celebratory mood that gripped the squad after they beat their traditional rivals. Real Madrid had finally shaken off the difficult spell that followed the derby loss, and the win at the Camp Nou restored their confidence.
Arda Güler receives praise from his teammates
Turkish midfielder Arda Güler also drew wide attention on social media. He has become one of the important elements in Real Madrid's line-up, his role growing steadily since he was handed a bigger opportunity in the starting XI.
Güler showed his abilities during the Clasico and earned praise from teammates who watched his performance closely and appreciated what he brings to the Whites.
Marc Cucurella sent the Turk a message that read: "You play a lot," a striking nod to his growing presence and influence on the pitch.
Cucurella was not the only one to react. Thibaut Courtois and Álvaro Carreras joined in with fire emojis, a sign of their admiration for the level Güler produced.
Such interactions reflect the standing Güler has begun to enjoy inside the dressing room. His ability to provide a technical contribution and keep the ball moving makes him one of the names Real Madrid are counting on in the coming phase.
A flood of admiring messages
Mbappé was one of the standout stars of the Clasico. He scored both of Real Madrid's goals against Barcelona, played a decisive role in claiming the three points and became a central figure in the celebrations afterwards.
A flood of praise followed from his teammates, who celebrated his brilliance and his ability to make the difference in the big encounter.
Arda Güler wrote simply: "Wonderful," expressing his admiration for what the French striker produced. Konaté chose to tease him instead with "You're terrible," a sarcastic jab amid the dressing-room banter.
Álvaro Carreras and Rodrygo joined the list of well-wishers too, sending Mbappé messages that included "You're the best," and "The best, cousin," in appreciation of his decisive display against Barcelona.
Vinícius Júnior was not absent from the scene either. He reacted to his French teammate with a set of fire emojis, adding to the wave of celebration surrounding Mbappé after his two winning goals.
Bellingham sends a warning message despite the celebration
Jude Bellingham celebrated the win over Barcelona in a way that carried a warning within it, despite the positive atmosphere among Real Madrid's players after the final whistle.
"We've won the battle, but the war continues," the England midfielder posted on Instagram. The message signalled that winning the Clasico was an important step, but it did not mean the job was done or the targets for the season were sealed.
Bellingham's words did not pass without a response. Vinícius praised his performance and told him he had played "wonderfully," using a Portuguese expression that conveyed strong admiration for what he produced in the match.
Cucurella also sent a message of praise: "What a skilful player you are!" Palacios, his former teammate at Fulham, joined in with "Number 1," expressing his appreciation for his level.
