Real Madrid TV statement: 'The awarded 11-meter penalty is absurd'

2025-02-09 12:29 © Reuters

The official Madrid "Real" television has been busy this past week. People representing the royal club are putting referees in the spotlight whenever they get the chance.

After the draw in the city derby against Madrid "Atletico" (1:1), "Real" TV stated that a penalty kick should not have been awarded when Aurelien Tchouameni fouled Samuel Lino. The report even mentioned the Negreira case related to potential refereeing bribery involving "Barcelona." However, the Catalan club was eventually found innocent.

"Real" TV claimed: "The awarded penalty kick is absurd. We had to compete not only against players but also against coaches."

If it were up to us, we would have left the pitch and stopped playing in this dubious Negreira league. Competing in these championships is disgusting."