Real Madrid TV Launches Fierce Criticism of Referee After Derby Defeat to Atletico Madrid
Real Madrid TV has unleashed strong criticism against referee Ortiz Arias after the club's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid in the Madrid derby. The broadcaster not only questioned the referee's decisions but also hinted at bias and questioned his past interactions with Barcelona players.
Red Card Controversy Defines the Match
The defeat was sealed when Dean Huijsen received a red card for conceding a penalty after fouling Giuliano Simeone. Yet, the anger from Real Madrid TV focused heavily on the first half where they believe two Atletico players, Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in, should have been sent off earlier.
This perceived injustice became the centerpiece of the post-match coverage, with the channel openly questioning the overall refereeing quality directed at Real Madrid this season.
Claims of Bias and Unfair Treatment
The broadcaster highlighted unpunished fouls by Romero and Lee, suggesting the match outcome was influenced unfairly. They stated, "We don’t know what would have happened if Atletico had been reduced to nine players. I’m sure many Madrid fans are eager to get up and walk away from this competition. It makes you want to get up and walk away. Now they’ve tightened the screws a little more. Before, they tried to cover it up; now they don’t."
Further attacking Ortiz Arias, Real Madrid TV recalled a recent incident where he was reportedly socializing with Barcelona players just weeks before this game, calling the situation "sickening" and accusing La Liga of lacking concern over the controversy spilling into the league under Javier Tebas.
The broadcaster also condemned the referee's behavior during the match, describing it as "cocky" and "thuggish," especially when addressing Valverde after a foul involving Lee Kang-in and Fede.
Alleged Systemic Agenda Against Real Madrid
Real Madrid TV strongly believes there is an ongoing systemic effort preventing the club from competing fairly in Spain. The broadcaster claimed, "There’s a different standard when it comes to Madrid. They don’t let them compete. But these are the plans of La Liga and the RFEF." They also doubted the consistency of the penalty decision that turned the tide of the derby, suggesting that an Atletico player would unlikely have been sent off in a similar situation against Real Madrid.
Aftermath and Future Challenges
The intense fallout from these accusations ensures refereeing will remain a hot topic in Spanish football discussions. Meanwhile, Real Madrid must move on quickly, rebuilding their defense without Huijsen due to suspension, as they aim to recover from this damaging derby loss.
Match Details
- Final Score: Atletico Madrid 2 - 1 Real Madrid
- Key Incident: Dean Huijsen red card and penalty conceded
- Controversial Non-Cards: Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in not dismissed
