Bernabéu Defeat Sparks Outcry From Sevilla Dressing Room
Four goals against at the Santiago Bernabéu left Sevilla with a heavy scoreline and deep grievances. Following the 4-1 defeat to Real Madrid, defenders Kike Salas and Juan Iglesias voiced strong frustrations over officiating decisions that they argued heavily influenced the outcome of the fixture.
Unreviewed VAR Actions and Early Match Turning Points
Speaking to the club’s official media channels in the mixed zone, defender Kike Salas pointed to several moments that went unreviewed by the video assistant referee. According to Salas, an elbow from Arda Güler on Peque early in the contest should have altered the match’s direction. «It’s a clear play that changes the match,» Salas stated. «From the first moment you see that Güler hits Peque with his elbow… I don’t understand how they didn’t review that action in the VAR, but we can’t do anything about it. We just want respect and for them to blow what is there.»
Disputed Penalties and Broadcast Blind Spots
Salas also highlighted the build-up to Real Madrid’s second goal, claiming a clear foul on teammate Robbie that television broadcaster Movistar reportedly did not replay or review. When asked about a penalty awarded against Castrín, Salas argued that the referee whistled immediately without hesitation, suggesting the opponent went down easily. «For me, it’s a yellow card for diving. We already know what there is. I just want to say that we are Sevilla and we deserve respect. Nothing more,» Salas said.
Iglesias Points to Red-Card Challenges and One-Sided Dynamic
Teammate Juan Iglesias echoed those sentiments, noting that the squad understood the difficult environment they faced entering the Bernabéu. Iglesias pointed to a challenge he considered a clear red-card offense that escaped VAR intervention, alongside a perceived foul on Robbie in the build-up to another scoring chance. «It’s a Robbie foul that is very clear, he could even stay in front of the goalkeeper,» Iglesias commented, adding that the team must now look ahead to their upcoming fixture while dealing with what they perceived as a consistent one-sided dynamic from the opening whistle.
Looking Ahead to Monday’s Home Clash With Osasuna
Despite the grievances aired regarding referee impartiality—including a penalty shout and a disputed challenge involving Diomande—both players emphasized the necessity of moving forward. Iglesias stressed that the dressing room maintains full focus on their next opponent, Osasuna, scheduled for a Monday match at home.
«In the dressing room we know the very important match we have on Monday, with our people at home, and that they are going to support us despite a complicated schedule,» Iglesias said. «Let them know that the team is well, that we are going to give one hundred percent and that we are going to get a victory together.»
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