The controversy in Spanish football remains a hot topic. In the recent match between Real Madrid and Espanyol, a refereeing scandal erupted that continues to cause a stir. The refereeing decisions influenced the outcome, leaving a sense of injustice among players and fans.
One of the most talked-about moments was the tackle on Mbappé, which many saw as deserving a red card. Among those who have given their opinion on this incident is Rafa Nadal, who didn't hesitate to express his disagreement with the referee's decision.
The refereeing scandal in Real Madrid vs. Espanyol
On February 1st, Real Madrid faced Espanyol in a crucial match. Although Real Madrid was disadvantaged, the non-expulsion of Espanyol's goal scorer caused the most controversy.
The tackle on Mbappé left many with the feeling that the referee overlooked an action that deserved a more severe sanction.
Rafa Nadal's opinion
Rafa Nadal, a well-known football fan and fervent Real Madrid supporter, didn't remain silent in the face of the controversy. At a recent gala organized by Mundo Deportivo, the former tennis player expressed his disagreement with the refereeing decision. "The tackle seemed exaggerated to me; if you ask me if I think it was a red card, for me it was magenta," Nadal commented, according to Defensa Central.
With this statement, the tennis player made his point of view clear: the action should have been sanctioned with a red card. In his direct style, Nadal joined those who believe Real Madrid was a victim of injustice.
Real Madrid's discontent and formal complaint
Real Madrid's discontent is not new. For years, the club has suffered what it considers unfavorable treatment by referees, especially at key moments of the season. This incident with Espanyol has been the straw that broke the camel's back, leading the club to take more drastic measures.
In an official statement, Real Madrid's Board of Directors expressed its formal complaint to the RFEF and the Higher Sports Council (CSD). In its message, Real Madrid denounced a "serious refereeing performance" and called for a thorough review of the Spanish refereeing system.
Real Madrid's stance: an urgent change in the refereeing system
Real Madrid, tired of what it considers recurring irregularities, has not only limited itself to denouncing the incident but has also demanded a complete overhaul of the refereeing system. The club called for "control mechanisms" to prevent situations that affect the integrity of the competition from recurring.
Madrid has pointed out that the current system is in crisis and that corruption within the refereeing bodies must be eradicated. The whites' petition not only criticizes the match but points to a structural problem that, according to them, affects Spanish football.