Jota Jordi showed his frustration after Atlético de Madrid's elimination in the Champions League round of 16. What promised to be an exciting tie turned into a topic of debate, especially after the penalty shootout that marked the end of the match.
The Scene of the Controversy
Atlético de Madrid hosted Real Madrid in a crucial match at Wanda Metropolitano. With a 2-1 deficit after the first match, the red-and-whites started strong, scoring a goal in the first minute of play. However, the score remained 1-0 until the end of extra time, leading to the unexpected penalty shootout.
It was there that the first controversies arose. Julián Álvarez's goal, which seemed valid, was disallowed by the referee after consulting the VAR. The decision, which seemed minor at first, ended up being the turning point for the colchoneros.
After that setback, Atlético de Madrid's luck was no longer the same. They missed another penalty, and after a successful shot by Antonio Rüdiger, Real Madrid advanced.
The Fans' Reaction and Criticism of Simeone
Atlético de Madrid's coach, Diego Simeone, has been heavily criticized after this episode. Many claim that his approach was too conservative, aiming to maintain the initial goal instead of risking for a second. The lack of an aggressive response to extra time and the management of the penalties has not gone unnoticed either.
Some think that Simeone should have shown more leadership and protested the disallowed penalty. This lack of reaction seems to have affected his players' morale, who ended up missing other penalties.
Jota Jordi Doesn't Hold Back
The moment of maximum tension came when Jota Jordi, known for his strong opinions, launched a fierce criticism of Atlético de Madrid on El Chiringuito. With his characteristic style, he didn't mince words.
"Until now, I BELIEVED that ATLETI was a BIG TEAM... but if they don't believe it, neither do I," he stated emphatically.
Jota Jordi's words quickly caused reactions on social media and among soccer fans. Many agreed that Simeone's team didn't show the grit of elite clubs in such a decisive match.
The Penalty Controversy
The issue of the penalties is another point that continues to be talked about. The disallowance of Álvarez's goal for a play that wasn't even clear in the replays has been one of the most commented aspects.
However, the subsequent failures of Atlético's players can't be overlooked. The tension and pressure played a crucial role, but failing in a key penalty shootout left many questions unanswered.