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Matt Maltby

Zinedine Zidane's reaction to Gareth Bale flag after Wales qualify for Euro 2020

Gareth Bale risked the wrath of the Real Madrid fans after posing with a flag mocking the club - but Zinedine Zidane will ignore the controversial incident.

Bale helped his country qualify for Euro 2020 on Tuesday night, after Wales beat Hungary 2-0 to secure their passage through to next summer's tournament.

After the game Bale joined in on the celebrations with his team and was seen holding the flag, with the words "Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order."

The banner seemingly mocks the La Liga giants with the claim that they are only third in Bale's list of priorities - and supporters in Spain are not happy.

But Spanish daily Marca has claimed that Zidane will ignore Bale's provocation and is more concerned with his performances on the pitch.

It is understood that the French boss will welcome Bale back from international duty as if the incident never happened, meaning the Welsh superstar will not be punished by the club.

However this may further anger Madrid fans, who have hit out at Bale.

Spanish publication Madrid Sports tweeted a video of the incident along with the caption: "We have always defended you, Gareth Bale.

Bale helped Wales book their spot at Euro 2020 (Action Images via Reuters)

"We have had patience with your injuries, we have celebrated your goals and assists, and we have defended your passion for golf and your limited Spanish.

"But enough is enough. As it says on the flag, you are laughing at Madrid."

Bale has only featured in six La Liga games all season, and was set to leave last summer, only for the club to deny him a move to China at the last minute.

Zinedine Zidane will not punish the Welshman over the incident (REUTERS)

He recently admitted he prefers playing for the national team than for Madrid, saying: "It's like playing with your mates down the park on a Sunday.

"It's normal- with Wales, I'm speaking my own language and feel more comfortable. I definitely have a bit more excitement playing with Wales."

It remains to be seen whether Bale is involved when Madrid take on Real Sociedad in La Liga on Saturday.

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