David Alaba: from Bayern Munich to Real Madrid and a big controversy

David Alaba is an Austrian international defender who joined the real Madrid in 2021 from Bayern Munich. His vote for the trophy The Best for the best player of the year 2022 did not go unnoticed and sparked a lot of controversy among Madrid supporters.

Alaba's controversial decision

Following the full publication of the votes for the trophy The Best of the best player, the choice of David Alaba does not go down with Madrid supporters. The Austrian international placed Lionel Messi in front of his teammate Karim Benzema And Kylian Mbappé. A decision all the more criticized in view of the final result, with the coronation of the Argentine striker. Therefore, the controversy raged on social networks and the hashtag #AlabaOut was massively relayed by Madrid supporters. More than 20,000 comments were posted under his latest Instagram post, some much more regrettable than others. Despite this wave of criticism, David Alaba had to justify his vote in favor of the Argentinian and not Karim Benzema. In a message published on social networks, he explained that it was “the Austrian national team” who had voted for this award and not only him. He also clarified that he greatly admires his club partner and that he still thinks he is “the best striker in the world”.

From Bayern Munich to Madrid

David Alaba made his professional debut in 2008-09 at Bayern Munich, where he stayed for 13 years. During these years, he became an important executive of the team and won 28 titles with the German club, including 2 Champions Leagues (2013 and 2020). In 2021, he decided to join Real Madrid on a 4-year contract. Since his arrival, Alaba has played 19 matches and scored 1 goal. Unfortunately, this season he suffered a muscle tear against Liverpool in the Champions League round of 16 first leg last week. On his return, Alaba will be under close surveillance, because the former Bayern Munich star will obviously have to face the specter of controversy. David Alaba chose Lionel Messi as best player of the year 2022 ahead of his teammate Karim Benzema. This choice led to a controversy which sparked a wave of criticism and racist insults from Real Madrid supporters. Alaba was very clear about his motivations, explaining that it was the Austrian national team who voted for this award and not just himself. Despite the criticism, Alaba remains a great player and hopes to return to playing for Real Madrid in 2023.