Real Madrid players celebrated Almeria's shock 1-0 win against Barcelona on Sunday.

The Madrid dressing room exploded with euphoria after the Blaugrana's 1-0 defeat, reported The Athletic journalist Mario Cortegana.

The players had not had much hope for the championship after the draw against Atlético, but Barça's defeat and, above all, their slump in play, made them believe in a comeback.

According to these reports, the players' WhatsApp group went up in smoke once the match between Almería and Barça ended. There was uncontained euphoria for what had just happened and for the opportunity they had gained.

Madrid are clear that this Thursday's Copa del Rey clash could be fundamental to finish off the Blaugrana mentally and win the psychological war in the next few games.