Real Madrid has intensified its criticism of the Spanish football authorities following the recent revelation that Antony’s suspension has been lifted, allowing him to play against them in their upcoming match.
The Manchester United loan player received a red card during a match against Getafe on Sunday for a dangerous tackle. However, the Spanish football federation decided to overturn this decision, meaning Antony will now be eligible to participate. This controversial ruling has sparked outrage within Real Madrid, who conveyed to AS that there appears to be a deliberate agenda targeting the club, with a so-called “eagerness to go hunting against Madrid.” They are gearing up to face Real Betis in what promises to be an intense encounter on the pitch.
This latest outburst is part of an ongoing feud between Real Madrid and the league referees. The defending champions had previously lodged a formal complaint after Espanyol’s Carlos Romero avoided a sending-off for a foul committed against Kylian Mbappe, which ultimately led to Espanyol scoring the decisive goal against them. Additionally, there has been substantial dissatisfaction from Real Madrid fans and players alike after Jude Bellingham was dismissed for dissent in a match against Osasuna. They have raised serious concerns about the integrity of officiating, alleging that referees are, in fact, manipulating games in a way that adversely affects Real Madrid’s performance.
A representative from Real Madrid expressed these grievances to AS, stating, “It can’t be that in their eagerness to pursue Madrid, they disregard established legal principles. The decision to revoke a red card that was assessed thoroughly by the refereeing body—and meticulously detailed in their report—suggests we might see referees beginning to re-officiate matches. Their actions are unrestrained; they are motivated by intentions that clearly aim to undermine us. It feels as if we’re in the middle of a war, where they are employing every conceivable tactic available to them, even risking the reputation of the very referees they claim to defend. This situation is nothing short of disgraceful.”
Looking ahead to their match against Real Betis on Saturday, Real Madrid currently occupies the second spot in La Liga, trailing behind Barcelona solely due to goal difference. Following this weekend’s fixture, they will shift their focus to European competition, as they prepare to engage in a highly anticipated last-16 tie in the UEFA Champions League against their city rivals, Atletico Madrid, next Tuesday. This match not only holds significant importance domestically but also adds another layer of intensity as the clubs collide on the prestigious European stage, heightening the stakes for both teams and their passionate supporters.
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