The build-up to the Real Madrid vs. Espanyol derby has taken a fiery turn after Espanyol captain Leandro Cabrera delivered a stinging jab at Madrid’s teenage sensation Arda Güler.

Speaking in a press conference, Cabrera dismissed Madrid’s chances, sneering: “Real is relying only on an overrated young talent.” His words instantly sparked outrage among fans, with Madridistas calling it blatant disrespect toward one of the most promising players in world football.

But while many expected a fiery counterattack, Arda Güler’s reaction stunned everyone. The 19-year-old starlet didn’t rise to the bait, nor did he unleash a war of words. Instead, with a calm smile, he simply said: “You’ll get the answer on the pitch.”

That short but razor-sharp statement has since gone viral, with thousands of fans flooding social media to praise his maturity, composure, and quiet confidence. On Twitter (X), hashtags like #ArdaWillAnswer and #HalaMadrid began trending within minutes, as supporters rallied behind their prodigy.

For Madridistas, Güler’s response embodies exactly what the club is about: class, determination, and letting football do the talking. For Espanyol, however, Cabrera’s comments may have just added unnecessary fuel to the fire — and increased the pressure ahead of what is already shaping up to be a volatile derby.

The match now carries an added layer of tension. Will Cabrera’s words come back to haunt him? Or will Espanyol manage to silence the hype around Madrid’s Turkish jewel?

One thing is certain: all eyes will be on Arda Güler. And judging by his confident smile, he seems more than ready to deliver his answer where it matters most — under the floodlights of the Santiago Bernabéu.