Atlético raises its voice: In defense of the Champions League
Atlético de Madrid will not stand idly by in the face of the controversial elimination in the Champions League. Indignation is widespread at the club after the annulment of Julián Álvarez’s goal in the penalty shootout against Real Madrid.
A decision they consider unfair and decisive for the course of the tie. The board is analyzing the action meticulously and assessing the different legal options to defend the club’s interests.
The goal is to prevent this type of situation from harming the team’s aspirations in the top European competition, as Simeone has expressed on several occasions. Atlético has requested explanations from UEFA, arguing that there is no evidence of any infringement in Álvarez’s action.
This incident adds to a series of controversial refereeing decisions that have affected the team this season in the Champions League, such as the penalty awarded to Lille in the match on October 23, the justification of which is still unknown after the formal complaint was submitted to UEFA at the time.
The International Union of Atlético de Madrid Fan Clubs has urged the club to challenge the match, demanding transparency and the presentation of evidence by UEFA. They do not even rule out suing the referees and UEFA if the decision is not justified. In the coming hours, the club will issue an official statement with its assessment of the facts and the measures it will take to defend its rights.
