After Real Madrid’s appeal against the decision, it has been confirmed that Munuera has lost his job due to his handling of the game.
Jude Bellingham, at the center of the controversy, was controversially sent off after his two penalty claims were denied, leaving Real Madrid to play with one man down. The situation worsened when Osasuna’s Ante Budimir converted a penalty, leveling the score and derailing Real Madrid’s momentum. The red card decision was widely debated, with many viewing it as overly harsh.
Teammate Dani Carvajal, sidelined with an injury, expressed his frustration on social media, stating, “Today it was for a red card.” This marks Bellingham’s second red card of the season, with the first coming in a match against Valencia, adding further scrutiny to his disciplinary record.
Looking ahead, Real Madrid faces a demanding schedule, starting with a Champions League rematch against Manchester City, where Bellingham will serve his suspension. Following that, they will face Girona in La Liga and Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey. Manager Carlo Ancelotti will have to adjust his tactics in Bellingham’s absence, searching for a new midfield combination to maintain their momentum.
