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Explainer: Why VAR Ruled Out Álvarez’s Penalty Against Madrid
The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second-leg clash between Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid sparked controversy after Julián Álvarez’s penalty was disallowed following a VAR intervention. The decision played a pivotal role in Atlético’s elimination and ignited outrage among fans, pundits, and even Atlético’s head coach, Diego Simeone. The IncidentÁlvarez stepped up to take […]
Real Madrid Edges Atlético in Penalty Shootout
Real Madrid secured a spot in the Champions League quarterfinals after defeating Atlético Madrid in a penalty shootout, following a 2-2 aggregate tie. Atlético won the second leg 1-0, thanks to Conor Gallagher’s goal in the first minute, but ultimately fell short in the shootout. The match was marked by controversy, particularly in the penalty […]
Mbappé’s inconsistency at Real Madrid is typical and expected – Ancelotti
Coach Carlo Ancelotti emphasised the natural “ups and downs.” These come with the territory for a player of Kylian Mbappe’s calibre. These fluctuations are especially common during a demanding season at Real Madrid. Mbappe struggled in recent matches against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. He also faced challenges against Real Betis in La Liga. […]