FC Barcelona received a significant boost in their bid to defend the title following Real Madrid’s draw against Valencia at the Mestalla last night.
The Catalan giants, despite trailing by a considerable margin, are likely to find renewed hope with three months still left in the La Liga campaign.
However, fortune may have slightly favored Barcelona‘s aspirations of entering a late title race, as Real Madrid were inches away from sealing all three points.
Indeed, in the dying moments of the match, Jude Bellingham appeared to score what could have been a 98th-minute winner. However, referee Gil Manzano blew the whistle just before the ball entered the goal, deeming the goal invalid.
After vehemently expressing his discontent to the referee, the midfielder received a straight red card for dissent and could face a suspension of at least two matches.
Real Madrid’s concerns have escalated following the events of last night, as they feel they were unjustly treated by the competition.
Real Madrid concerns ahead of El Clasico
Real Madrid is reportedly concerned about the referee selection for the April 21 Clásico, according to a report from (FCB World).
A victory for Barcelona in the upcoming Clásico could significantly spice up the title race if they maintain their consistent performance. Real Madrid’s nerves are on edge due to the uncertainty surrounding the referee selection for this crucial encounter.
Real Madrid is deeply discontented with the refereeing standards, feeling unjustly targeted, and suspects efforts to “reset the course of the league” in favor of Barcelona’s resurgence in the competition.
Real Madrid perceives Xavi and Laporta’s comments from a month ago as a turning point, believing that their grievances against refereeing decisions have led to Barcelona gaining various advantages, notably in the match against Celta Vigo.
Indeed, both Barcelona and Real Madrid have experienced their fair share of controversial refereeing decisions this season, which adds complexity to the perception of unfair treatment.
Absolutely, the upcoming clash between Barcelona and Real Madrid is sure to be highly anticipated, given the stakes involved and the history between these two footballing giants.
