Real Madrid have gone from being in deep crisis to once again becoming serious contenders for every title in just two weeks. The lowest point came on March 2, after a defeat against Getafe marked their second consecutive LaLiga loss. Doubts were growing, Barcelona were pulling away, and the outlook at Valdebebas seemed bleak. However, just fifteen days later, following their clash with Manchester City, the narrative completely changed: “We can win LaLiga and the Champions League.” So, what happened in such a short time?

Inside the club, key decisions made after the Super Cup—such as the arrival of Álvaro Arbeloa and Antonio Pintus—are seen as the turning point. The physical improvement has been crucial, but so have the emotional and tactical adjustments. Players like Federico Valverde and Vinicius Jr. have rediscovered their best form, leading the team forward.

One of the defining moments was a dressing room meeting at Valdebebas, notably without key figures like Jude Bellingham or Kylian Mbappé. During that meeting, players spoke openly and realized that change was necessary. Experiments were abandoned in favor of logic, effort, and intensity.

Arbeloa also made the right call by trusting young academy players, bringing fresh energy into the squad. The physical data backs it up: Madrid outran Manchester City in both matches, showing a team fully committed.

Now, with a renewed mindset, Real Madrid head into the derby knowing everything is on the line in LaLiga. There’s no room for mistakes, but the team has proven that when the mentality shifts, anything is possible.

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