FC Barcelona achieved a narrow 1-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano, a result that allowed them to reach the top of LaLiga. However, this triumph was marked by a series of controversial situations, mainly related to refereeing.
Among them, a non-awarded penalty in favor of Rayo and a disallowed goal for offside stood out. Pau Cubarsí, a Barça player, shared his opinion on the match and the standings, highlighting that there is still a long way to go.
A Bittersweet Match for Barça
The match, played at Camp Nou, was not easy for Barça. Although they managed to secure the victory, Hansi Flick's team was not sharp in front of the goal.
The only goal of the match came from the penalty spot, which caused more uncertainty about the team's offensive performance. However, beyond the victory, Rayo also had their opportunities.
Refereeing Controversy
One of the most discussed moments of the match was the play in which the referee awarded a penalty in favor of Barça. A hold on Íñigo Martínez in the area was enough for the referee to call the penalty, which the Barça forward subsequently converted. However, it was not the only controversial play.
Rayo Vallecano also complained about several holds inside Barça's area that were not sanctioned. These details further fueled the debate about the refereeing performance during the match, but the fact is that the score remained in favor of the home team.
The Disallowed Goal for Rayo
Despite Barça's victory, Rayo did not leave empty-handed. The visiting team managed to score a goal in the second half, but it was disallowed for offside after a VAR review.
The play left many doubts, as it seemed the goal had been legitimate. This episode added an extra layer of controversy to the match.
Pau Cubarsí's Words
Amid all this controversy, Pau Cubarsí was asked about the victory and the importance of being at the top of the standings. The Barça player did not appear too euphoric, highlighting the difficulty of what lies ahead.
"We are leaders again, but we are aware that the league is long. We must face each match as if it were the last," Cubarsí commented in a press conference. With these words, the footballer made it clear that, although the victory is important, the upcoming challenges in LaLiga can't be overlooked.