Real Madrid's elimination from the Champions League against Arsenal has left a bitter feeling among many fans and commentators. One of the most outspoken in his statements has been Tomás Roncero, who, with his characteristic direct and blunt style, has analyzed what happened in the knockout stage. Throughout his intervention, Roncero not only criticized the team's performance but also made harsh accusations.
An Inferior Real Madrid
Real Madrid failed to overcome the knockout stage against an Arsenal that, according to many, was far superior throughout the series. From the first match, the English showed total dominance and more solid soccer.
The white team, meanwhile, couldn't find the formula to reverse the situation. Despite their attempts, they were never close to a comeback.
Tomás Roncero Vents
In his analysis, Roncero was very angry, especially with the refereeing. "Oh UEFA! Let them eat black pudding! Scandalous!" he exclaimed in reference to the penalty not awarded in favor of Real Madrid in the match.
In his words, the journalist made his displeasure clear: "Letexier and the VAR guy, go to hell! I'm going to follow the VAR guy throughout his career." Roncero's frustration was due to what he considered a wrong decision that could have changed the course of the knockout stage.
Mbappé and the Shadow of Cristiano Ronaldo
Another of Tomás Roncero's harsh criticisms was toward Kylian Mbappé, who, according to the journalist, was not up to the desired level. "Nothing works for Mbappé, nothing works for this guy. He doesn't even resemble the longest shadow of Cristiano, plof," he commented disdainfully.
Throughout the season, Mbappé's figure had been pointed out as one of the team's great hopes, but in this confrontation, he failed to leave his mark.
"I had gotten my hopes up," confessed Roncero, showing his disappointment with the French forward's performance. Despite his talent, he failed to be the wanted leader, as Cristiano Ronaldo was in his day.
The Penalty and VAR: The Great Controversy
The key play that sparked controversy was the penalty not awarded on Declan Rice, which Tomás Roncero described as "scandalous." For him, this action was the trigger for widespread frustration. "The penalty ruined our party," lamented the journalist.
Roncero also took the opportunity to criticize the VAR system, which he accused of being "sectarian, incompetent, and one-directional." In his opinion, VAR has tainted the essence of soccer, taking away emotion and uncertainty from refereeing decisions. "I hope one day VAR disappears and they give us back soccer and excitement," he added with a tone of reproach.