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Vinicius Jr. Under Fire After Derby Defeat
20 Sep
Summary
- Vinicius Junior criticized by fans for unimpressive performance.
- Real Madrid lost 2-1 to Atletico Madrid after a red card.
- Club blames 'very terrible refereeing' for the derby loss.
Real Madrid experienced a disappointing 2-1 derby defeat against Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano. Fans have particularly singled out Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior for his underperformance, noting his limited passes and lack of impactful plays during the match. His display led to considerable criticism on social media platforms.
The match's complexion changed significantly after Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen received a red card in the first half. This turning point allowed Atletico to secure a two-goal lead through Alejandro Grimaldo and Jonathan David. Despite a late goal from Antonio Rudiger, Real Madrid could not equalize.
Following the game, Real Madrid issued a statement heavily criticizing the officiating, labeling referee Ortiz Arias's performance as "very terrible." The club highlighted specific incidents, including potential red cards not given to Atletico players, which they believe significantly influenced the game's outcome. This result has seen Atletico Madrid move ahead of Real Madrid in the league table.
