Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger has sparked controversy after reportedly entering the Real Sociedad dressing room and proclaiming “Long live Athletic Bilbao” following their recent La Liga clash. The shocking incident, reported by journalist @miguelitocope, has left Real Sociedad fans furious, given the fierce rivalry between their club and Athletic Bilbao.
After the final whistle of Real Madrid’s match against Real Sociedad, Rudiger allegedly entered the home team’s dressing room and made the provocative statement. While the exact context remains unclear, the phrase is highly sensitive in the Basque region, where Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao are arch-rivals.
The rivalry between the two clubs runs deep, with both teams representing different identities within Basque football. Athletic Bilbao exclusively signs Basque players, while Real Sociedad has a more open recruitment policy. Despite their shared regional ties, their matches are always intense, and fans take pride in their respective clubs.
Real Sociedad fans and players are understandably upset, viewing Rudiger s remark as disrespectful and inflammatory. Some have called for an apology, while others see it as an unnecessary provocation. On the other hand, Athletic Bilbao supporters may see the incident as an amusing nod to their club.
It remains to be seen whether Rüdiger will clarify his comments or if Real Madrid will respond to the backlash. Regardless, this unexpected episode has added fuel to an already heated rivalry in Spanish football.
What do you think, was this a joke gone wrong, or did Rüdiger intentionally provoke Sociedad?
Source ( MadridXtra )