Barcelona president Joan Laporta has strongly criticized French superstar Kylian Mbappe following Real Madrid's 3-2 defeat to Barcelona in the 2026 Spanish Super Cup final. Laporta expressed surprise at Mbappe's actions, stating that "in both victory and defeat, you have to be generous and respectful. This is sport, and you should behave normally." His comments came after reports and video footage circulated showing Mbappe allegedly instructing his Real Madrid teammates to avoid forming a guard of honor for the victorious Barcelona squad during the trophy presentation. The incident, which took place after the final on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in Saudi Arabia, sparked significant controversy. While Barcelona players had reportedly offered a guard of honor to Real Madrid as runners-up, the gesture was not reciprocated by the Madrid side, with Mbappe notably seen gesturing his teammates away from the pitch area. This perceived lack of sportsmanship drew widespread attention and criticism. Laporta further suggested that Real Madrid's frustration might have stemmed from acknowledging Barcelona's 'superiority' on the field during the match. The comments by Barcelona's president highlight the ongoing rivalry and tension between the two Spanish football giants, even extending to post-match traditions.