According to Diario Sport, Rodri was photographed criticizing Valencia's performance after the match and subsequently contacted Gaya to apologize.
Hours after the Valencia vs. Barcelona match ended last Sunday, the Movistar+ program "El Día Después" revealed a conversation between Rodri and Cubasi on the field. Rodri said, "They're weak, these guys are weak, really. So weak, man." A moment later, he added, "They're terrible, man, absolutely terrible."
These words may have upset the Valencia locker room, but Rodri had no intention of offending his opponents. He was simply having a casual conversation with Cubas, and the conversation was unexpectedly captured and broadcast on television.
During the conversation, Rodri asked Cubas, "Where did Valencia finish last year?" Cubas replied, "Just a little short of European qualification." Rodri's mouth dropped open in disbelief.
Fearing a misunderstanding, Rodri immediately contacted Gaya, whom he had met on the Spanish national team. The two had been selected together for the 2022 Qatar World Cup until Gaya withdrew due to injury. Rodri then spoke with Gaya and explained the situation to him.
Rodri has always been known for his good temper and sportsmanship, and he tries to avoid getting involved in controversy. After the program exposed his conversation with Kubasi, the player quickly tried to calm things down.
