A storm erupted at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez as Real Madrid scraped past Getafe 1-0 in a heated La Liga encounter that featured red cards, on-field clashes, and a fiery post-match fallout. The spotlight, however, shifted from Kylian Mbappe’s match-winning strike to accusations leveled by Getafe coach Jose Bordalas — who accused Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham of “provoking” him and his players during the chaotic affair.
Tensions flare in Real Madrid’s narrow win
Real Madrid’s victory was far from straightforward. Facing a disciplined Getafe defense, Los Blancos found it difficult to break through until the 78th minute, when Arda Guler’s precise assist allowed Kylian Mbappe to slot home his 10th league goal of the season. The French forward’s strike ensured Madrid retained their place at the top of La Liga, just days before the highly anticipated El Clasico.
But the drama didn’t end with the goal. Introduced as a second-half substitute, Vinicius Jr brought his trademark flair — and controversy. His duels with the Getafe backline quickly grew intense, leading to Allan Nyom’s red card barely a minute after he came onto the pitch. The tension escalated further when Alex Sancris was dismissed for a late foul on Vinicius, leaving Getafe with nine men and their manager seething on the touchline.
Bordalas accuses Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham of disrespect
Following the final whistle, Jose Bordalas expressed his frustration, directly accusing both Vinicius and Jude Bellingham of taunting him during the match.
Speaking to the media, Bordalas claimed, “It was with Bellingham. Vinicius came up to me and said: ‘Very good substitution.’ Then Bellingham came up to me and said something, and I told him to play and not talk so much. Vinicius doesn’t have to come and provoke me and say: ‘Very good substitution.’ The effort was wasted. The lads gave their all. We’ve suffered a lot of adversity this season, but Nyom’s sending-off marked the game.”
The Getafe boss also defended Nyom’s dismissal, insisting that ViniciusJr exaggerated the contact. “Vinicius is touching his face, simulating aggression. It's not a red card for me. At most, a yellow card,” Bordalas argued. He further criticized the officiating, stating, “Yes, of course. I'm not passing judgment, but there were very similar fouls in the first half that didn't get a card.”
On-field confrontations add fuel to the fire
As emotions ran high, Getafe defender Juan Iglesias was seen confronting Vinicius and allegedly told him, “That’s why everyone hates you. Learn from your teammates,” accusing the Brazilian of lacking respect toward opponents.
The exchange added to the already charged atmosphere, with fans and pundits divided over whether Vinicius’ behavior crossed the line or was merely part of the competitive spirit he’s known for.
Kylian Mbappe shines amid chaos
Amid the controversies, Kylian Mbappe once again proved decisive for Madrid. The Frenchman’s clinical finish not only sealed the win but also reinforced his status as the league’s standout performer this season, with ten goals and two assists in nine matches. His growing partnership with Arda Guler continues to thrive, with the pair combining fluid creativity and lethal precision — a dynamic reminiscent of Madrid’s great attacking duos of the past.
As Real Madrid celebrate another hard-fought victory, the focus now shifts to how Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham will respond to the criticism. With El Clasico on the horizon, both stars will need to let their football do the talking.