Sevilla officials and players criticize Real Madrid refereeing

Sevilla officials and players have openly criticized Real Madrid following a match at the Santiago Bernabéu, questioning how the Madrid club can complain about refereeing decisions. Former player Antoñito and squad members pointed to several controversial incidents during the encounter, arguing that key calls favored the home side.

The post-match reaction centered on specific moments from the fixture, including a challenge involving Arda Güler and forward Peque, as well as a penalty decision. The fierce debate highlights ongoing tensions regarding officiating standards and VAR intervention in Spanish football.

Sevilla voices outrage over Bernabéu officiating

Speaking on the official club radio, former Sevilla player Antoñito did not hold back regarding the officiating display by Busquets Ferrer, asking if the Madrid players are not ashamed to complain about the referees. La excusa es que no se ve bien el codazo a Peque, con 0-0, cuidado.

Antoñito further argued that Sevilla suffered continuous disadvantages throughout the fixture. El Sevilla, otra vez perjudicado en una acción en la que tiene que estar Güler en la calle. Y el segundo tanto precedido de una falta otro de los nuestros. ¿Quieren preparar el Clásico y que el Madrid no llegue muy lejos? Así es imposible. El único gol medio legal es el del Madrid. El penalti que ha pitado es del TBO, solo se lo pitan al Madrid y al Barcelona.

Player reactions and demands for respect

On-field frustration matched the commentary from the club’s media outlets. Player Juan Iglesias shared his perspective with Movistar, pointing to physical clashes that went unpunished. Estuvimos en el partido, lo intentamos. Vi la acción a Peque, me parece una agresión, y en uno de sus goles han antes una falta a Robbie Ure que ni repiten en televisión, Iglesias remarked.

Sevilla officials and players criticize Real Madrid refereeing
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The defender also noted the difficulties of communicating with officials during high-stakes matches. Sabíamos a lo que veníamos, pero hubo decisiones que no salían de nuestra parte. Muchas veces no se puede hablar con los árbitros, no te lo permiten. Es solo que te vayas, que te saco tarjeta. Es lo fácil siempre. Sabíamos cómo iba a ser todo aquí, Iglesias explained.

Meanwhile, team captain Kike Salas adopted a slightly more measured tone while still demanding fairness from the officiating crew. La de Güler es una jugada clara, se ve el codazo a Peque. Obviamente decanta el partido para ellos, luego llega el 1-0. No entiendo cómo no han revisado esa acción en el VAR. Pedimos solo respeto y que piten lo que hay. Quedamos tocados pero luego además se ve falta a Robbie Ure, stated Salas.

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