Real Madrid edged past Atlético Madrid with a dramatic 2-1 victory in last night’s Spanish Super Cup semi-final, but the talking point of the night came not from the goals, but from a heated touchline confrontation that has now been revealed by Fabrizio Romano-linked sources.
According to footage and reports circulating after the game, Atlético boss Diego Simeone was involved in a tense exchange with Real Madrid winger Vinícius Jr during a fiery phase of the match. The Brazilian forward, who was once again at the centre of Atlético’s aggressive attention, appeared frustrated after repeated fouls and verbal exchanges from the opposition bench.
What happened next, however, was the real surprise.
As tensions escalated, Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso was seen stepping in to confront Simeone directly. Images captured by Movistar Fútbol show Alonso visibly angry, with staff members forced to intervene to prevent the situation from boiling over.
Sources close to the incident claim Alonso firmly told Simeone to “focus on your job and stop talking to my players,” a rare but telling moment from the usually calm Madrid coach.
