By Ramiro Diaz
The match between Osasuna and Real Madrid left a bitter taste for the 'Merengue' team, not only because of the 1-1 draw but also because of the controversial expulsion of Jude Bellingham. The English midfielder saw the red card in an unusual way, which unleashed the fury of coach Carlo Ancelotti and generated a debate about refereeing in Spanish football.
According to the referee's report, Bellingham was expelled for insulting the referee. However, Ancelotti defended his player, arguing that everything was due to a translation error. "I think the referee did not understand Jude Bellingham's English," explained the Italian coach. "He said 'f* get lost', not 'f*ck you'… that is very different."
Ancelotti's words quickly generated controversy. Some criticized his attempt to justify Bellingham's conduct, while others agreed that the expulsion was a disproportionate decision. The truth is that the controversy is served and the referee's performance has been criticized by fans and the sports press.
Beyond the discussion about the translation, Bellingham's expulsion raises questions about the treatment of referees towards players. Is a red card justifiable for an expression that, according to Ancelotti, is not a direct insult? Is there a predisposition of referees towards certain players or teams? These are some of the questions that fans ask themselves and that deserve deep reflection.
Bellingham's incident is not an isolated case. In recent times, complaints about refereeing in Spanish football have multiplied, and many allege an orchestrated campaign against Real Madrid. However, there are also those who defend the professionalism of the referees and argue that their decisions, although they may be wrong, are always made in good faith.
The controversial expulsion of Bellingham and Ancelotti's statements have added more fuel to the fire and have highlighted the need for a calm debate about refereeing in football. It is essential that measures be taken to guarantee the impartiality and transparency of refereeing decisions, and to prevent translation errors or subjective interpretations from harming players and teams.
Meanwhile, Bellingham will miss Real Madrid's next game and Ancelotti has preferred not to further discuss the issue to avoid sanctions. "I will not talk more about the referee because I want to be on the bench next week," said the Italian coach.
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