Real Madrid TV Criticizes Referee After Atletico Derby Loss, Alleges Bias in La Liga Officiating

Real Madrid TV launched a fierce critique of referee Ortiz Arias following their 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid in the Madrid derby. The official media channel of Los Blancos suggested there is a deliberate bias against their team and even brought up the referee's previous interactions with Barcelona players to question impartiality.

Controversial Red Card Decides the Match

The match turned on a critical moment when Dean Huijsen received a red card for conceding a penalty after fouling Giuliano Simeone. This decision sparked fury from Real Madrid TV, who argued that Atletico’s players Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in should have been sent off much earlier in the game, making Huijsen's dismissal unfairly decisive.

Accusations of Bias and Rough Play

The broadcaster focused heavily on what they described as unpunished fouls by Romero and Lee, suggesting the refereeing influenced the final outcome. They said, "We don’t know what would have happened if Atletico had been down to nine men. Many Madrid fans might want to give up on this competition." The channel accused the officials of dropping any pretense of fairness recently, stating the cover-ups have disappeared.

A personal attack was aimed at the referee: "Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias was seen socializing with Barcelona players weeks ago, and now this performance. It’s all sickening. They don't care if the chaos spills over into Javier Tebas's La Liga." They went further, alleging a hostile attitude from the referee toward Madrid players, referencing a specific incident when Lee tackled Fede and the official reacted arrogantly towards Valverde.

Claims of Systematic Discrimination

Real Madrid TV expressed belief in a systemic effort to hold their team back. "There’s a different standard for Madrid," they claimed. "They’re not allowed to compete fairly. These are plans involving La Liga and the RFEF." The network questioned whether an Atletico player would have been sent off in a similar situation, highlighting inconsistency in officiating decisions.

Looking Ahead After Controversy

The intense backlash from Real Madrid TV ensures that refereeing issues will remain a hot topic in Spanish football. On the field, Real Madrid must regroup quickly and prepare to face upcoming matches without the suspended Huijsen. Overcoming this setback will be crucial as they aim to recover from the derby defeat.

• Match: Atletico Madrid 2 - 1 Real Madrid
• Key Incident: Dean Huijsen red card and penalty conceded
• Unpunished fouls: Cristian Romero, Lee Kang-in
• Referee: Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias