Real Madrid had a miserable day in the Champions League, where they showed up against AC Milan dreadfully. Carlo Ancelotti's men were outplayed in all areas. The 3-1 result could have been much worse if the Italians had capitalized on their opportunities better.
From the first minute, it was clear that both defense and offense were not working as they should, leading Carlo Ancelotti to make tactical moves during the break. One of the most talked-about changes was the substitution of Fede Valverde, who was replaced by Brahim Díaz. His wife, Mina Bonino, was the protagonist of an unfortunate comment on social media that found a direct reply from Manolo Lama.
Fede Valverde's Wife Doesn't Mince Her Words
Fede Valverde's substitution didn't go unnoticed and caused turmoil on social media, especially among the Uruguayan player's close friends. His wife, Mina Bonino, showed her displeasure in a bold way on her Twitter account, where she expressed her frustration with Ancelotti's decision. "I'd better shut this down[her account]or else I'll go to jail," she wrote. Then she added: "When are they going to understand once and for f... all that Fede is not a winger? Where he plays best is as a pivot."
Mina Bonino's words reflected frustration not only with the coach's decision, but also with the perception of Fede Valverde's role in the team. He usually plays on the right wing, but it seems that they've talked about it at home and Mina has told the truth. However, Manolo Lama wanted to make things clear.
Manolo Lama Answers
The reaction of Manolo Lama, a well-known sports commentator, wasn't long in coming. During the broadcast of Tiempo de Juego, Lama replied to Mina Bonino's statements in a blunt manner. "Just what Madrid needed: women coaches; bring the lady on Monday so that she can train them." he began.
Not only that but, in his characteristically direct style, Manolo Lama hinted that Mina Bonino's comments had caused problems for Fede Valverde in the past. "The lady has already had several comments that have caused problems for Fede Valverde," he said.
This exchange of statements highlights a new problem facing Real Madrid, this time linked to Fede Valverde. The situation creates a tense atmosphere among the fans, who expect the team to find quick solutions to reverse this bad run. With the future in the Champions League at stake, Madrid must find a way to close ranks around its squad, avoiding unnecessary distractions that could affect the group.