A major development has emerged from the Madrid derby, where the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has confirmed that the controversial penalty awarded to Atlético Madrid in the 33rd minute has been reversed following Real Madrid’s appeal. The team has now been awarded three points for their performance in the match.
The incident in question occurred when Aurelien Tchouaméni appeared to step on Samuel Lino’s foot inside the Real Madrid penalty box, leading referee César Soto Grado to signal for a VAR review. However, the ensuing controversy has sparked intense debate.
Reports reveal that during the VAR review, the referee requested additional footage to clarify the situation, but the VAR team claimed there were no more images available. Despite this, the referee still awarded Atlético Madrid a penalty. The decision was widely criticized, raising questions about the decision-making process.
The controversy deepened when, just minutes later, additional camera angles were shown on the broadcast, providing a more detailed view of the incident. This revelation has fueled outrage among football fans, who are calling for greater transparency and accountability in the VAR process.
The discrepancy between the VAR team’s claim and the footage that later surfaced has raised concerns about either incompetence or potential bias within the VAR system. Were the VAR team simply unable to provide the necessary evidence, or did they intentionally withhold crucial footage? The incident has reignited doubts about the integrity of La Liga’s refereeing, with both possibilities being widely discussed.
This development has highlighted the need for urgent reform within the VAR system. The lack of transparency and potential for bias must be addressed to restore trust in the process and ensure that decisions are made with the utmost fairness. Until these issues are rectified, the integrity of the game will continue to be under scrutiny.
