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Real Madrid's Mallorca loss sparks doubts over squad confidence

Real Madrid's 1-2 loss to Mallorca widened the La Liga gap to Barcelona and has sparked concerns about overconfidence and tactical lapses within the squad.

Real Madrid's 1-2 defeat to Mallorca has widened the gap to Barcelona to seven points, raising doubts about the team's confidence and tactical discipline ahead of a Champions League quarter‑final against Bayern Munich.

Reports from AS describe disbelief among club directors and players, citing poor approach, intensity and defensive organization. The loss is seen as a wake‑up call, exposing vulnerabilities and offering an opportunity to reset before the European clash.