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Sevilla's President Blasts Real Madrid Over Referee Complaints

2/10/2025

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Sevilla's president, José María del Nido, fired back at Real Madrid, accusing them of jeopardizing Spanish football with their constant referee complaints. Tensions flared after Madrid's contentious 1-1 derby draw with Atlético, where a penalty decision sparked outrage. Meanwhile, Barcelona's clash with Sevilla ignited fresh doubts about VAR's reliability, as a disputed equalizer put La Liga's officiating under the microscope.

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Sevilla's president, José María del Nido, fired back at Real Madrid, accusing them of jeopardizing Spanish football with their constant referee complaints. Tensions flared after Madrid's contentious 1-1 derby draw with Atlético, where a penalty decision sparked outrage. Meanwhile, Barcelona's clash with Sevilla ignited fresh doubts about VAR's reliability, as a disputed equalizer put La Liga's officiating under the microscope.