Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has asked for fans to stop booing Gareth Bale.
There was a mixed reaction from fans when he was brought on as a substitute in their 3-1 win over Real Sociedad.
“There is too much noise with Bale. He wants to be with us and do it well,” said Zidane.
“I hope this doesn’t carry on for the rest of the season. We want the fans to be with us from the beginning to the end, but we cannot control that.”
He added: “I have not spoken to him, I have only congratulated him. I can’t tell you if it’s unfair or not. Everyone can say what they want.”
This backlash comes from a flag Bale held up after a match he played for his country, Wales.
The flag that caused controversy.
Despite the initial jeering, he was applauded after playing a part in the third goal which was scored by Modric.
“He is integrated into the group and wants to play, just like everyone else,” said Zidane.
“The public has the right to do what they want, but I ask that they applaud everyone. I’m happy with the game and the victory and Bale came into the game well.”
