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Fran Garcia's Red Card Costs Real Madrid Against Celta
8 Dec
Summary
- Fran Garcia received two yellow cards in quick succession, leading to his dismissal.
- Celta Vigo secured a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid, widening the title race gap.
- Manager Xabi Alonso criticized the referee's decisions, particularly the second red card.
Real Madrid's LaLiga title challenge faced a setback following a contentious 2-0 defeat against Celta Vigo on Sunday. The crucial turning point came when defender Fran Garcia was shown two yellow cards within a minute, resulting in his expulsion in the 64th minute. This left the team vulnerable as they trailed by a goal.
The match further intensified with another red card issued to Alvaro Carreras in added time for protesting the referee's calls. Despite efforts to equalize, Real Madrid couldn't find the net. Celta Vigo capitalized on their numerical advantage, scoring a second goal to secure the win and extend the lead of league leaders Barcelona.
Manager Xabi Alonso expressed frustration with the officiating, particularly the dismissal of Carreras. The outcome leaves Real Madrid four points behind Barcelona in the league standings, intensifying the pressure in the title race. Fran Garcia's performance and decision-making were heavily scrutinized by fans following the match.
