A soccer referee in a yellow uniform gestures while watching a play on the field where two players compete for the ball. — Estrada Fernández and controversial plays of Espanyol - Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

Camara — Estrada Fernández and controversial plays of Espanyol - Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

Former referee Estrada Fernández points to the culprit of the theft from Real Madrid

Estrada Fernández is assertive on social media and points to the main culprit in the robbery of the match against Espanyol

02/02/2025 14:55:00h

Didac Aguirre

Last night's match for the white team was a real scandal, mainly due to what happened with the refereeing issue. It is perfectly known that the actions by VAR and Muñiz Ruiz are simply incomprehensible. However, when even former colleagues act and speak about this issue, it's for a reason.

This was the case with former referee Estrada Fernández, who specifically exposes these types of actions, which are not a coincidence. In a post on social media, he highlights some plays where one of those affected is Kylian Mbappé. What is most surprising is, in itself, the text of this post, where he mentions the following: "CLOS The door", in reference to Clos Gómez.

These specific statements, in addition to what happened in the last match and a few others over the years, make many doubt the honesty of the CTA. Something that is clearly in doubt since the revelation of the Negreira case in favor of Fútbol Club Barcelona.

A player in an orange uniform tries to dodge a tackle from a player in a blue and white uniform during a soccer match.

Red card forgiven for Cristian Romero | Real Madrid Confidencial

Everything is being uncovered

What was experienced last night at Espanyol's stadium could be considered by many as one of the great errors in Spanish football. Not only were several important plays that could have tipped the match for Madrid overlooked, but also a clear expulsion.

This has unleashed a series of comments on social media ranging from indignation to monumental anger. However, very few expected a former referee to be so blunt with his statements and irony.

Soccer players in action during a match, one in a blue and white uniform and the other in an orange uniform, in a stadium full of spectators.

Handball by Jofre inside the box | Real Madrid Confidencial

While Real Madrid played a match in which there were many doubts about their performance, they were quite superior to their opponent. Additionally, the cruel irony of it all was that the player who should have been sent off was the one who sealed the match.

There must be a revolution

This situation is starting to get out of control, and the decline of Spanish refereeing is more than evident. Therefore, for this situation to change completely, there must be a total revolution in the CTA. However, it is a battle that will probably be bloody for many who demand this revolution.

➡️ First Team