Real Madrid Apologizes to Fans After Defeat to Atletico
After Real Madrid's 1-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano stadium in La Liga's seventh round, the players showed clear disappointment.
Match details
The loss left the "Los Blancos" players unsatisfied, and after the final whistle several of them walked to the stands to greet and apologise to supporters.
Among them were midfielder Tibo Courtois and defender Jude Bellingham, who expressed regret over the result and asked fans to keep backing the team.
Background
The clash between the two capital clubs is always a highlight of the Spanish league, with many expecting a win for Real Madrid, but an erratic performance cost them the three points.
Real Madrid now aims to regain form and improve its standing in the remaining fixtures.
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