Real Madrid TV Blasts Referee After Atletico Derby Defeat, Claims Bias and Questionable Officiating

Real Madrid TV Criticizes Refereeing After Loss to Atletico Madrid

Real Madrid TV launched a fierce attack on referee Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias following their 2-1 defeat against city rivals Atletico Madrid. The official club broadcaster suggested there is a clear bias against Los Blancos and questioned the referee's impartiality by referencing his recent interactions with Barcelona players.

Controversial Red Card Decides Derby

The match took a dramatic turn when Real Madrid’s Dean Huijsen was sent off after conceding a penalty for fouling Giuliano Simeone. The club’s media outlet expressed outrage, claiming the first half saw much worse fouls from Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in that went unpunished. According to the channel, both should have been dismissed well before Huijsen’s red card.

Allegations of Bias and Poor Officiating

Real Madrid TV accused the referees of deliberate manipulation. They said, “We don’t know what would have happened if Atletico had been reduced to nine players. Many Madrid fans might want to walk away from this competition.” The broadcaster added, “Earlier, they tried to cover up the unfairness; now it’s more blatant.”

The broadcast also targeted the referee personally, stating, “[Miguel Angel] Ortiz Arias was seen socializing with Barcelona players weeks ago, and now this happens. It’s sickening. They don’t care if it damages Javier Tebas’s La Liga.”

They went further, saying, “All that’s missing is a rule allowing Madrid’s rivals to play armed. When Lee Kang-in challenged Fede, and protested, the referee responded with a cocky, aggressive attitude towards Valverde.”

Claims of a Systemic Agenda Against Real Madrid

The channel insists there is a systemic effort to block Real Madrid from competing fairly. “There is a different standard for Madrid,” they said. “La Liga and the RFEF have plans that don’t let them compete properly.”

They questioned the fairness of the penalty decision: “Given how refereeing has gone, I doubt an Atletico player would have been sent off in a similar situation. The football debate just doesn’t add up.”

Looking Ahead After the Derby

This broadcast ensures the refereeing controversy will remain a hot topic. The scrutiny on officiating in Spain shows no sign of fading after such a charged derby.

On the field, Real Madrid must regroup quickly, especially as they prepare to play without the suspended Dean Huijsen. The team faces the challenge of rebuilding their defense and recovering from a tough loss.

• Match: Atletico Madrid 2 - 1 Real Madrid
• Red card: Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid)
• Penalty conceded: Giuliano Simeone (Atletico Madrid)
• Unpunished fouls alleged: Cristian Romero, Lee Kang-in (Atletico Madrid)
• Referee under fire: Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias