Real Madrid fans were deeply saddened by last night’s defeat in the Copa del Rey final El Clásico. Having already been eliminated from the Champions League, they lost another trophy, and winning La Liga now seems extremely difficult.

Federico Valverde today sent a message to the fans, urging them not to be overly disheartened because stumbling occasionally is natural on the path to victory. He promised that Real Madrid will come back stronger than before and force everyone to respect the club.

Valverde wrote in his message to Real Madrid fans: “It happened again. And it will surely happen again. Many times. Because this is the path we are building and moving forward on. It’s natural to stumble after kilometers of progress on this long journey.”

After trying to normalize occasional defeats in football, Valverde empathized with the fans: “This loss saddened me. Sad and angry. I felt powerless because I felt I couldn’t represent you well enough.”

Valverde highlighted how difficult this year has been for Real Madrid players: “We’re going through a very tough year. Physically and mentally. But I told you very clearly one day that as long as my legs can carry me, I won’t give up. This club does not deserve defeat.”

Valverde’s final message was a promise of return: “We will come back. We will continue. I will give everything I have to ensure Real Madrid regains the respect it deserves. We are players of the most successful team in football history, and we will certainly live up to the honor of playing for such a club. Thank you.”