Real Madrid took to social media to express their surprise that Manchester City were named Club of the Year at this year's Ballon d'Or awards instead of them.
Los Blancos were widely tipped to scoop the prize after securing a La Liga and Champions League double last season. Carlo Ancelotti's side wrapped up the domestic title with four rounds of matches still to play, although the inconsistency of Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Sevilla made the job easier for them.
Madrid then went on to win the Champions League for a record 14th time, overcoming the odds to beat Liverpool 1-0 in Paris. The win capped off an extraordinary run through the knockout rounds; they eliminated Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and City having trailed in all three ties. READ MORE: Man City fury over Jurgen Klopp jibes turns Liverpool FC rivalry even uglier However, Madrid only made third place in the Club of the Year award, with Liverpool coming second and City taking the prize.
The Blues enjoyed a remarkable season that culminated in a dramatic final-day win that saw them pip Liverpool to the title by a single point.