Real Madrid’s controversial 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid sparks debate
Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 match, a game that sparked considerable controversy. After an intense start, Rodrygo gave the Merengues the lead, but Atlético quickly equalized through a stunning goal from Julian Álvarez. However, it was Brahim Diaz who scored the winning goal, igniting a heated debate.
The controversy centers around Vinicius’s position, as he appeared to be offside during the build-up to Brahim’s goal. Many supporters and analysts argue that Vinicius, standing in front of Atlético’s goalkeeper Jan Oblak, may have obstructed his view, which should have led to the goal being disallowed. Some even pointed to a similar incident from the previous season when Atlético had a goal ruled out for a comparable situation.
However, other experts, like Miguel Ángel Méndez, believe that Vinicius did not interfere with Oblak’s line of sight, as he was simply watching the play. These analysts argue that referee Clément Turpin made the right call and that the VAR did not need to intervene.
Ultimately, the referee’s decision remains divisive, but it did not prevent Real Madrid from taking a crucial 2-1 advantage into the return leg.
