Real Madrid Confidencial Tomás Roncero Explodes Over the Referee's Performance in Dortmund - Barcelona
The commentator believes that a clear penalty was not awarded in Dortmund's favor in the last Barça victory
In a game in Germany, FC Barcelona beat Borussia Dortmund that also had room for refereeing controversy. The Catalans won thanks to goals from Raphinha and Ferrán Torres, who scored twice.
However, as expected, the Catalans were favored by the referee from the start. The Frenchman François Letexier, who is considered one of the best referees in UEFA, made a mistake in favor of the Catalans.
A clear penalty that wasn't called
Just before the break, François Letexier overlooked a clear challenge by Íñigo Martínez on Guirsassy. A clear penalty that could have changed the game's outcome.
Hours earlier, against Atalanta, the referee of the match blew a penalty in favor of the Italians, which was much more discreet.
"Clearly, Íñigo Martínez's penalty was not called. Madrid were whistled for one yesterday in Bergamo for much less. Nothing new under the sun..." wrote Tomás Roncero in 'X'.
At the start of the second half, Borussia Dortmund were rewarded this time, thanks to a clear push from Cubarsí on Guirassy. The striker didn't fail. Ferran Torres put the Catalans ahead again and Dortmund equalized, again through the Nigerian striker.
Barça would end up sealing the victory with five minutes left after a gross error by Gross. The victory put Hansi Flick's team in second place in the European table, only below Liverpool . They have to play against Benfica and Atalanta in the last two games of the regular phase, although they have already practically secured qualification.
Tomas Roncero also praises Real Madrid
Tomás Roncero also took the opportunity to highlight the virtues of Real Madrid on 'El Chiringuito'. In his speech, he said that the Madrid "family" is stronger and more solid, something that is reflected in its impressive list of achievements. The journalist assured that, while Barcelona can be considered a unit, the real success lies in the titles.
According to him, Real Madrid is better prepared to continue harvesting victories. Tomás Roncero stressed that Madrid has what it takes to win the next Champions League, reaffirming the superiority of his "family".
Real Madrid, despite not being in their best form, won against Atalanta away from home and will be one of the candidates.
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