Controversy erupts with VAR in Real Madrid vs Almeria

Three refereeing decisions set the stage for the Merengue's comeback against the bottom team at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Spanish whistler Francisco Jose Hernandez He was the star in the 3-2 win Real Madrid About him Almeria At the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, his results and the Controversy What was with him VAR They performed in the Spanish capital.

Francisco Jose Hernandez He has been the target of criticism on the field, in the stadiums and on social media, as he is no exception. Controversy After he didn't allow a goal Almeria And another score was checked for meringues that had a direct and obvious impact on the development of the game.

In the first instance, the Real Madrid The comeback started with a converted penalty VAR, avoided Rudiger's previous mistakes in a play he pointed out as handball. He then disallowed a goal by Sergio Arribaz Almeria They were 1-2 up on the scoreboard and the scoreline for the visitors was a third, which would have been a huge challenge for the team. Madrid come back

However, after going VARThe whistler decided to overturn his original mark after deeming an earlier foul in midfield on Jude Bellingham, who cautioned Dion Lobie for slapping him in the face when he stole a ball in midfield. A target.

A few minutes later a new one ControversyFirst Real Madrid A score from Vinicius leveled the game at two goals apiece, as he finished with his arm at elbow height, but the goal was disallowed after review. VAR Considering that it was shouldered.

Finally, at the time of compensation, The Real Madrid Turned the game around and took all three points well Controversy

After the final whistle, the player Almeria Mark Bubble blasted against the referee: “Someone decided we couldn't win here today.”

For his part, Mexican Cesar Montes was not part of the call-up due to injury, but he was active on social networks during the tournament.

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— Cesar Montes (@CJasib) January 21, 2024