MISSING misfit Gareth Bale left fans wondering why he was nowhere to be seen yet again for spectacular Real Madrid celebrations.
Even crocks like Eden Hazard joined Real's ecstatic aces after a staggering 3-1 comeback win denied Manchester City a Champions League final place.
But having ducked the Spaniards' LaLiga title bash at the weekend due to a 'back spasm', Bale was conspicuous by his absence once more.
Social media immediately burst into speculation over the Wales superstar's non-appearance.
Injury-hit Bale has not only sat out most of Real's season, he is now missing in action away from the play.
Posting a picture of the Bernabeu heroes, one armchair observer posted: "I wonder where @GarethBale11 is tonight."
And similar comments included: "Bale don't even bother showing up."
Bale did eventually break cover, sharing Madrid's victory Instagram post, adding fire and strength emojis.
It comes just days after the Spanish media accused the 32-year-old of an 'ugly gesture' for his absence from Real's title party.
Bale - certain to move on in the summer - was the only Bernabeu player not to turn up after Saturday's 4-0 romp against Espanyol sealed the crown.
He tweeted: "CAMPEONES! So disappointed that I'm not able to be part of the celebrations this evening due to a bad back spasm.
"But really proud of the team for winning the title! Enjoy tonight boys! #HalaMadrid."
But supporters and newspapers were unimpressed with his excuse.
And this time he failed to rejoice with his team-mates after one of the greatest pieces of late European drama as Real KO'd City 6-5 on aggregate.