Real Madrid TV Accuses Referee of Bias After Atletico Derby Defeat
Real Madrid TV unleashed a sharp critique of referee Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias after their 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid. The club's official broadcaster accused the referee of bias and even referenced his recent interactions with Barcelona players, casting doubt on officiating standards in La Liga.
Controversial Red Card Decides the Match
The game turned on a critical decision when Dean Huijsen received a red card for conceding a penalty following a foul on Giuliano Simeone. However, Real Madrid TV's anger centered on the first half where they believed Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in from Atletico should have been sent off earlier. They argued these missed calls influenced the result unfairly.
Broadcaster Claims Unfair Treatment and Questionable Refereeing
Highlighting the unpunished fouls by Romero and Lee, Real Madrid TV suggested the match was manipulated. They said many fans might feel like quitting the competition due to such decisions. The channel added that previously, referees tried to mask bias, but now it’s blatant. They made a striking allegation: Ortiz Arias had been seen socializing with Barcelona players just weeks before this match, which raised questions about his impartiality.
"It’s all sickening. They don’t care if the chaos spills over into Javier Tebas’s La Liga," the broadcaster stated. "All that’s missing is a directive allowing Madrid’s rivals to take the field armed with revolvers." They also described the referee’s attitude toward Real Madrid players as cocky and aggressive.
Claims of a Systematic Agenda Against Real Madrid
Real Madrid TV insisted there is a pattern of officials treating their team differently compared to others in Spain. The broadcaster blamed La Liga and the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) for creating conditions that prevent Real Madrid from competing fairly. They questioned the consistency of the penalty call against Huijsen, doubting a similar decision would be made against an Atletico player under the same circumstances.
- Match: Atletico Madrid 2 - 1 Real Madrid
- Red Card: Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid)
- Penalty Incident: Foul on Giuliano Simeone
- Unpunished Fouls: Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in (Atletico Madrid)
Looking Ahead for Real Madrid
The controversy around refereeing will keep making headlines after this heated derby. Meanwhile, Real Madrid must refocus and rebuild, especially their defense without the suspended Huijsen. Overcoming this setback will be vital as they prepare for upcoming matches.
