Laporta Reacts to Mbappé Incident After Barcelona’s Spanish Super Cup Win

 Laporta Blasts Mbappé: "I'm Surprised by What He Did" After Barcelona's Super Cup Triumph. 

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has responded to an incident involving Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé following Barcelona’s dramatic victory in the Spanish Super Cup final, describing the situation as “surprising” and stressing the importance of respect in football.

Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3–2 in the final played on January 11, 2026, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, securing their 16th Spanish Super Cup title and extending their record in the competition.

Match Recap: Barça's Jeddah Glory

The final was a highly competitive encounter, with Barcelona showing resilience to overcome their rivals in a tense El Clásico showdown. The win allowed Barça to successfully defend their Super Cup crown and marked another difficult night for Real Madrid in recent domestic finals against their rivals.

The result was particularly significant for Barcelona after recent domestic setbacks, underlining their strong mentality in high-pressure matches.

The Controversial Moment

Following the final whistle, television footage appeared to show Kylian Mbappé encouraging his Real Madrid teammates to head toward the tunnel rather than remain on the pitch during Barcelona’s medal presentation. The moment quickly drew attention on social media and among football commentators, with discussions focusing on sportsmanship and post-match conduct.

Laporta Addresses the Situation

Speaking in an interview with Spanish radio station RAC1 after reviewing the footage, Laporta shared his thoughts on the incident.

I’m surprised by what he did. In victory and defeat you have to be generous and respectful. This is sport and you must behave normally, Laporta said.

 We respected the opposing team in victory, and that’s why I find it difficult to understand, He added.

 Laporta acknowledged the disappointment that comes with losing a final but emphasized that mutual respect should remain a priority regardless of the result.

Rivalry Tensions Continue

Laporta’s comments come at a time when relations between Barcelona and Real Madrid remain tense at an institutional level. Mbappé, who joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2024, continues to attract attention both for his performances and his leadership role within the squad.

While no official response has been issued by Real Madrid or Mbappé, the incident adds another chapter to the ongoing El Clásico rivalry and is likely to fuel further debate ahead of upcoming domestic and European fixtures.

What do you think about the situation?

Should players always stay on the pitch for post-match ceremonies, or is frustration after a final understandable? Share your thoughts in the comments