The ex-Liverpool defender was among those targeted for criticism in the Spanish press, with Fede Valverde's late winner for Los Blancos doing little to dampen that criticism. The right-back was found wanting again as Iago Aspas came within a whisker of putting the hosts ahead but ultimately Valverde's deflected shot shattered Celta hearts deep into extra time.
Two consecutive league defeats at a club like Real Madrid, defeat is always difficult to deal with. But right now, the only thing we're thinking about is tomorrow's match. We know the level we need to reach if we want to win. It will depend on our performance, our composure and confidence. The past doesn't exist.
