Ilkay Gundogan reveals that he was shocked by his teammate’s reaction after a 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid in El Classico, according to the latest football news.
Gundogan said that the team needed to show more anger after losing to their arch-rivals Real Madrid.
The 33-year-old gave Barca an early lead inside six minutes, which was also his first goal for his new club. However, Madrid made a comeback in the second-half as Bellingham scored two goals including a 92nd-minute winner.
İlkay Gündoğan burst out on his own teammates regarding lack of passion and too towards big games like El Clasico. The former City man is known for his big game mentality who points out the team to get less frustrated by a loss in such a big game.
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Gundogan disappointed with Barca players after Clasico loss
“I have to be honest, not as much as I wish because I don’t want to say something wrong, but I was in the dressing room, and of course people are disappointed,” the Germany midfielder told LaLiga TV.
“But especially after such a big game and a result that is so unnecessary, I wish for more frustration, more anger and more disappointment. This is a little bit of the problem.
“There has to be more emotion, especially when you lose and when you know you can perform better, do better in certain situations and you just don’t react.
İlkay Gündoğan expected more frustration and anger from the Barcelona dressing room after losing to Real Madrid
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“It transfers to the pitch at the end of the day. We need to make a huge step in that because otherwise, Real Madrid or even Girona are going to run away. I didn’t come here to lose this type of game or to let a gap create.”
The German midfielder joined Barcelona this season on a free transfer after winning a Treble with Manchester City last season.
Moreover, Xavi wanted to sign him to add creativity in midfield, but also for his experience. Furthermore, he also blamed himself after the loss and said that he has to take more responsibility as an experienced player.
“There is also a responsibility for myself, as a more experienced player, to not allow the squad to just let things happen,” he added. “No, we need resistance.”
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Gundogan said that the team needed to show more anger after losing to their arch-rivals Real Madrid.
The 33-year-old gave Barca an early lead inside six minutes, which was also his first goal for his new club. However, Madrid made a comeback in the second-half as Bellingham scored two goals including a 92nd-minute winner.
İlkay Gündoğan burst out on his own teammates regarding lack of passion and too towards big games like El Clasico. The former City man is known for his big game mentality who points out the team to get less frustrated by a loss in such a big game.
pic.twitter.com/uq9JyQLIDv
— Bᴀʀᴄ̧ᴀVᴇʀsᴇ (@BarcaVerse_) October 29, 2023
Gundogan disappointed with Barca players after Clasico loss
“I have to be honest, not as much as I wish because I don’t want to say something wrong, but I was in the dressing room, and of course people are disappointed,” the Germany midfielder told LaLiga TV.
“But especially after such a big game and a result that is so unnecessary, I wish for more frustration, more anger and more disappointment. This is a little bit of the problem.
“There has to be more emotion, especially when you lose and when you know you can perform better, do better in certain situations and you just don’t react.
İlkay Gündoğan expected more frustration and anger from the Barcelona dressing room after losing to Real Madrid
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“It transfers to the pitch at the end of the day. We need to make a huge step in that because otherwise, Real Madrid or even Girona are going to run away. I didn’t come here to lose this type of game or to let a gap create.”
The German midfielder joined Barcelona this season on a free transfer after winning a Treble with Manchester City last season.
Moreover, Xavi wanted to sign him to add creativity in midfield, but also for his experience. Furthermore, he also blamed himself after the loss and said that he has to take more responsibility as an experienced player.
“There is also a responsibility for myself, as a more experienced player, to not allow the squad to just let things happen,” he added. “No, we need resistance.”
If you liked this sports articles, then do check out our other Feature Articles for more interesting articles.