Following their exit from the Champions League, Joan Laporta has also voiced sharp criticism of the refereeing. The president of FC Barcelona announced further complaints to UEFA.
The Catalan club is particularly upset about the decisions made in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain. The dismissal of Ronald Araújo in the 29th minute of the match is considered a key turning point by many at Barça. This red card, according to the club’s perspective, significantly impacted the game’s outcome, leading to their subsequent defeat and elimination from the competition.
Laporta emphasized that Barcelona did not agree with the referee’s decisions and felt that the club was treated unfairly. He stated that the team had fought hard and deserved a better outcome. The president indicated that the club is preparing to formally lodge another complaint with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) to express their strong dissatisfaction and seek a review of the officiating.
English Translation:
Following their exit from the Champions League, Joan Laporta has also voiced sharp criticism of the refereeing. The president of FC Barcelona announced further complaints to UEFA.
The Catalan club is particularly upset about the decisions made in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain. The dismissal of Ronald Araújo in the 29th minute of the match is considered a key turning point by many at Barça. This red card, according to the club’s perspective, significantly impacted the game’s outcome, leading to their subsequent defeat and elimination from the competition.
Laporta emphasized that Barcelona did not agree with the referee’s decisions and felt that the club was treated unfairly. He stated that the team had fought hard and deserved a better outcome. The president indicated that the club is preparing to formally lodge another complaint with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) to express their strong dissatisfaction and seek a review of the officiating.
