A legend from Barcelona has publicly criticized Real Madrid regarding their grievances concerning officiating. “We have been engaged in this endeavor for a duration of 120 years.”

A legendary figure from Barcelona has criticized Real Madrid regarding their grievances about officiating, stating, “They have been engaging in this behavior for 120 years.

 

 

 

“Former Barcelona and Spain defender Gerard Piqué has criticized Real Madrid in response to their recent grievances concerning the officiating during the La Liga match against Espanyol. The Merengues submitted a formal grievance to the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) regarding the officiating of the match, following a contentious incident involving

 

 

 

Kylian Mbappe and Carlos Romero of Espanyol, which was deemed controversial by the referee.Mbappé was subjected to a perilous and irresponsible challenge by the Espanyol defender, who was penalized with merely a yellow card. Subsequently, the defender proceeded to score the decisive goal for his team, inciting considerable frustration among the Real Madrid players. Gerard Piqué criticizes Real Madrid.

 

 

 

 

As previously indicated, Real Madrid has articulated their dissatisfaction and apprehension regarding the quality of officiating in La Liga through a formal grievance submitted to the RFEF. In response to the remarks made by the Merenges, Barcelona icon Gerard Piqué expressed his disapproval of the Spanish capital club, stating: “It constitutes a façade.”

 

 

 

 

They have been engaged in this activity for a duration of 120 years. Such is the nature of referees, and it is likely that this will remain unchanged indefinitely. They may be incorrect or not. Regardless of the presence or absence of VAR (Video Assistant Referee). “Madrid has consistently engaged in this practice of exerting media pressure.”

 

 

 

Mbappe and Romero during Espanyol 1-0 Real Madrid. (Image credit: David Ramos/Getty Images)) The former Barcelona defender made another critical remark regarding Real Madrid when queried about emerging talents in La Liga.

 

 

 

 

He asserted that FC Barcelona has consistently developed players from La Masia, whereas Real Madrid has resorted to financial expenditures to acquire talent. “There exists a multitude.” In the case of Barça, it is from La Masia, and with Madrid, it comes via the chequebook,” said Pique.

 

 

 

When inquired about his forecasts for the La Liga championship, Piqué placed Barcelona in the foremost position, while asserting that Real Madrid would conclude the season outside of the top three. “Barcelona occupies the first position, followed by Atlético in second place, and Real Madrid in third.” Certainly not! He stated that Athletic will secure third place.