In a charged atmosphere preceding their Champions League semifinal showdown against Bayern Munich, Real Madrid supporters didn’t hold back their feelings towards Lionel Messi. The streets leading to the Santiago Bernabeu stadium reverberated with anti-Messi chants as fans geared up for the crucial clash on Wednesday.
Despite Messi not being on the pitch, the fervor against him was unmistakable. Videos circulating on social media captured the raw emotions of Real Madrid faithful, with some openly mocking the Argentine maestro. The rivalry between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, once at the heart of La Liga’s battles, has transcended time and space, continuing to stoke intense passions among football fans.
The chants of “Leo Messi, son of a b*tch” underscored the animosity that has simmered for years between the two footballing giants. This antipathy reportedly escalated following provocations from rival supporters who had taunted Real Madrid with chants of “Messi, Messi” in a recent encounter.
Despite the absence of Messi from the Champions League clash, the bitter rivalry between the two clubs provided ample fuel for Real Madrid’s faithful to vent their frustrations. As Real Madrid secured victory over Bayern Munich and booked their place in the final, the chants may fade, but the rivalry between Messi and Ronaldo, and the passions it ignites, will endure.
