Carlos Alcaraz Reflects on Real Madrid’s Defeat to Arsenal After Barcelona Open Victory

Barcelona, April 19, 2025 – Following his straight victory over his opponent, Laslo Djere, at the Barcelona Open. The Spanish youngster shared his feelings about Real Madrid’s recent setback in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final.

After advancing in the tournament, Carlos said he watched the Real Madrid vs Arsenal match the night before his match.

Talking about the game Carlos told, “At night I watched the football. It was a tough night for us.” This statement of his expresses Carlos’s deep and emotional connection with Real Madrid.

Real Madrid Uphill Battle Against Arsenal

In the first leg of the Champions League, the defending champions faced a humiliating defeat at the Emirates Stadium, where Declan Rice scored a brace with two stunning free kicks and Mikel Merino closed the game with a third goal.

Los Blancos were unable to score a single goal in the entire match as the team was seen struggling in the defense and midfield.

In the second leg, everyone believed a comeback from Real Madrid, but the club faced d even more humiliating defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu, where the whites were defeated by 5-1These humiliating defeats resulted in the exit of club from the Champions League.

Carlos’s support for the Los Blancos is well noticed by many tennis fans. The youngster has previously stated, “Real Madrid in the Champions League is like Rafa Nadal in Roland Garros.” This analogy highlights his admiration for both sporting giants and their respective legacies.

While Alcaraz continues his campaign at the Barcelona Open, Real Madrid will regroup and focus on their domestic league pursuits. Fans like Alcaraz remain hopeful for future successes, drawing inspiration from the club’s storied history and resilience.