Neither Ibrahim Diaz nor Indrek … the fatal switch from Carlo Ancelotti, which cost him the loss of the King’s Cup in front of Barcelona!

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**Real Madrid** Neither Ibrahim Diaz nor Indrek … *the fatal switch from Carlo Ancelotti, which cost him the loss of the King’s Cup in front of Barcelona!*

Published 2 days ago on April 27, 2025

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Real Madrid were defeated by Barcelona in the King’s Cup final with a 2-3 result in a thrilling encounter held at La Cartuja. Although the Whites delivered a strong showing for much of the match, individual mistakes ultimately played a crucial role in Barcelona clinching the victory.

As reported by Spanish outlet *“Defensa Central”*, a key moment during the game was *the replacement of Carlo Ancelotti by Antonio Rudiger*. The German defender sustained an injury, and the Italian manager opted to bring on Indrek in his place, which triggered a defensive reshuffle. Aurelién Tchouaméni was forced into central defense during a critical phase of the match.

This decision sparked considerable debate among supporters, with many Real Madrid fans believing that a solid central defender could have prevented the final goal scored by Jules Koundé. Though Jesús Vallejo was technically an available alternative, his lack of involvement throughout the campaign—having appeared only once in a league match against Alavés—made him an unlikely choice.

It’s clear that the coach was compelled to use Tchouaméni in such a high-pressure position, as the Frenchman has filled that role in previous matches despite primarily being a midfielder. Circumstances at the time left no better alternatives on the bench.

However, it seems the club’s sports leadership acknowledges the need to bolster this area moving forward. Real Madrid’s investment in Linyi EUR last year didn’t pay off, but now attention is shifting to other targets, including Dean Huijsen.

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