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Estrada Fernández Points to the VAR after the Blatant Penalty on Vini: 'They Were...'

The Spanish referee published a critical message against the VAR after the controversial action that occurred in Vallecas

Real Madrid drew 3-3 against Rayo Vallecano in their visit to Vallecas . The Merengues, who didn't start out overly active, found themselves down on goal from the start which set off all the alarms.

Thibaut Courtois had already conceded two goals in the 36th minute of the first half. However, Fede Valverde immediately countered the home team's euphoria with a shot that silenced the entire stadium. By the break, Jude Bellingham had already equalized with his sixth consecutive goal in La Liga .

In the second half, just a few minutes into the game, Rodrygo Goes scored a great goal that put Real Madrid ahead. However, Isi Palazón, in a play in which the Whites' defensive weakness could be seen, sealed the final 3-3 draw .

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Real Madrid came out of Vallecas at a disadvantage and were unable to take the lead in LaLiga. | Real Madrid Confidencial

A clear penalty not called on Vini Jr.

After Rayo Vallecano 's goal, Real Madrid continued to try to make it four and win the match. Vini Jr. had a clear chance that was saved by Augusto Batalla.

However, the controversial action of the match came in the second half when the game was tied. In a play inside the area, Abdul Mumin blatantly and out of time hit Vini Jr's leg .

The Brazilian, who didn't believe that Martínez Munuera had not indicated the penalty, rightly protested the decision. However, the referee didn't go to the VAR at any time to review the action and was not draftedon to do so either.

The anger at Real Madrid is understandable . The first half had a lot to do with the final result, but the referees can't make such mistakes in one of the best competitions.

The outstanding message from Estrada Fernández

After the match, once the referee blew the final whistle, Estrada Fernández , the Spanish VAR referee, posted a message on his social media.

"The VAR with the cider," wrote Estrada Fernández on his 'X' profile. It is clear that those responsible for the VAR and Martínez Munuera didn't do their job well at all in the match at the Vallecas Stadium .

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