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Marcelo Responds to Criticism After Real Madrid's Defeat to Girona

Real Madrid defender Marcelo has responded to criticism after Los Blancos were beaten 2-1 by Girona in La Liga on Sunday.

The Brazilian replied to an image on Instagram highlighting how Real Madrid have won just one of their last nine league matches that Marcelo has started, compared to a run of nine wins when Sergio Reguilon has been in the team.

The caption accompanying the image read: "Why doesMarcelo continue as a starter? I love him but, damn, we have to be realistic," per Marca. Marcelo provided a sarcastic reply: "It's all my fault!