Tension Over a Free Kick: Mastantuono Challenges Alaba in Real Madrid’s Win
An unexpected flashpoint emerged during Real Madrid’s clash with Getafe, just seconds before a free kick was due to be taken.
As the referee signaled for play to continue, 18-year-old Franco Mastantuono confidently positioned himself over the ball — only to find David Alaba, one of the team’s senior figures, standing beside him with the same intention.
What followed caught both teammates and fans off guard. Mastantuono, unfazed by Alaba’s experience, appeared to argue his case for taking the kick. Alaba responded calmly but firmly, leading to a brief exchange before several players stepped in to defuse the situation and settle who would strike.
The incident showcased Mastantuono’s growing confidence and ambition, but also underlined the competitive hierarchy within Real Madrid’s star-studded squad. Though the moment passed without aggression, it quickly went viral online, dividing fans between admiration for the young midfielder’s courage and respect for Alaba’s authority.
In the end, what should have been a routine set piece turned into a snapshot of Real Madrid’s internal drive — and proof that even at 18, Mastantuono is unafraid to stand his ground among the elite.
