Neither Vinícius nor Brahim, Camavinga singled out by one of his teammates: 'We're playing with 10'

Real Madrid left Metropolitano with the feeling that they'd lost much more than three points.

Atlético showed greater intensity, more focus, and more effectiveness in both penalty areas, while Los Blancos delivered one of their weakest performances of the season.

Xabi Alonso's team never found control of the game, conceded avoidable goals, and, even worse, showed a fragility uncharacteristic of a contender for all titles.

The defeat not only left an unfavorable scoreline, but also opened an internal debate that threatens to extend over the coming weeks.

Florentino Pérez was clear in his assessment: the solution doesn't lie in signings, but in attitude and intensity on the field.

Kylian Mbappé didn't hold back

According to "ElNacional", Kylian Mbappé sent Xabi Alonso a message as direct as it was forceful: there are players who shouldn't be starters because they're not ready.

Among them, he cited Eduardo Camavinga as an example, something that reflects the level of demand set by the Frenchman.

These words have made an impact in Valdebebas, because they highlight the need for everyone to raise their performance. In the Los Blancos locker room, nobody wants to become a weak link in matches of such importance.

Mbappé, who's enjoying a brilliant run of form, demands that the squad respond at the same competitive level he delivers match after match.

The criticism aimed at Camavinga is interpreted as a general warning, not just a personal one.

Xabi Alonso seeks answers

The Basque coach knows he has a lot of work ahead. The defeat in the classic exposed defensive problems, lapses in concentration, and a lack of decisiveness in individual duels.

Xabi Alonso wants the team to regain the solidity and aggressiveness they showed in other matches. To achieve this, he's asked all players for maximum focus.

Although he trusts Camavinga and others can recover their best form, he won't tolerate complacency or lackluster performances in key matches.

The coach believes the locker room must react with pride and show character starting with the next fixture.

Real Madrid in search of character

The setback against Atlético forces Real Madrid to face an immediate test of maturity. There's no time for regrets, the schedule is tight, and opponents offer no respite.

In Valdebebas, an immediate response from the team is expected, with special attention to those who've been at the center of criticism.

Kylian Mbappé's message and Florentino Pérez's demands point in the same direction: Real Madrid must be intense, competitive, and reliable in every match. If that reaction doesn't come, the season could become much more complicated than expected.