Rüdiger gets ready for Clásicos, has figured out Barça: 'Mindset...'

Antonio Rüdiger is already heating up the atmosphere ahead of the upcoming Clásicos. Real Madrid's center-back has shared a video on his social media that has sparked controversy among Barça fans.

The footage compiles actions from several recent Barça–Madrid matches. In them, Barça players appear to exaggerate contact or simulate aggression that didn't happen. The montage, which has gone viral, has been celebrated by much of the Madrid fanbase.

The German defender hasn't accompanied the video with a direct message, but the selection of plays speaks for itself. For Madridists, it's proof that Rüdiger is very clear about what he's going to face in a Clásico.

Criticism of Barça's attitude

The post has caused a flood of reactions. Many users have made ironic comments about the famous "valors" speech that the Catalan club often champions. Others have demanded sanctions for this type of behavior on the field.

The video, mocking in tone, aims to highlight the differences between the attitude of the two teams in matches of maximum tension. For Rüdiger, the key is to keep concentration and not fall for provocations.

Madrid, focused on the season

Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso's team keeps working in preseason. This Tuesday, they'll play a friendly in Austria. The league debut will be on August 19 against Osasuna.

Fede Valverde has spoken about the squad's current moment: "You can tell everyone has worked during the holidays. That helps avoid injuries and start strong". The Uruguayan has made it clear that the goal is to go for every title.

He has also valued the previous work: "Every session is essential. It's our fuel for the whole year. We have to stay focused on what the coach asks".

New faces, same ambitions

One of the new signings, Álvaro Carreras, has highlighted the importance of this period: "Individually, we've already worked, but now it's time to do it as a team. That's what will give us titles".

Madrid faces the season with excitement and with a squad that combines experience and youth. Meanwhile, Rüdiger seems more than ready to face a Barça that, according to him, he already knows by heart.