Atleti: Historical reason and a penalty that hurt
The recent modification of the penalty rule has reignited the debate surrounding Atlético de Madrid’s elimination in that fateful match. The annulment of the penalty, which deprived Atleti of a crucial advantage, continues to generate controversy, and now, with the change in regulations, it is confirmed that the referee’s decision was wrong.
From the club to the fans, including the Unión de Peñas, the conviction that the penalty was unfairly annulled was always maintained. The new rule, which states that shots must be repeated in similar circumstances, validates Atlético’s position.
However, this confirmation comes too late to repair the damage caused. The impact of that annulled penalty resonated in every corner of the team. Players and coaching staff were conditioned by the feeling of injustice, affecting their performance in subsequent matches.
Although the change in the rule will not reverse the elimination, it does reaffirm that Atleti was right from the start. That penalty marked a before and after, leaving a wound that, although not completely healed, is at least relieved by the recognition of the truth. The Metropolitano continues to roar with the strength of a fan base that never stopped believing.
