LaLiga is a competition in which the teams that participate have reasons to complain and show indignation. Atlético de Madrid, after the match against Villarreal, has experienced excessive prominence from the referee. Sánchez Martínez, who caused the anger of the rojiblanca fans, certainly hasn't left anyone indifferent at the Metropolitano.
Actions like the penalty by Reinildo, which has been a major focus of controversy, have caused the colchoneros to become indignant. After the Murcian referee told them that the defender touched the forward and then the ball, Atlético can't believe it. Additionally, it must be taken into account that there is a kind of ranking that puts Real Madrid in the spotlight.
The fire against Real Madrid that causes more anger in Atlético
In recent hours, a very particular ranking has appeared in which the merengues are the leaders. In the last four seasons, the team led by Carlo Ancelotti has seen 27 penalties awarded in balance. Considering that this calculates the maximum penalties for and against, this is a fact that continues to attract attention.
Following the team from the capital of Spain, there is FC Barcelona, which has a balance of +9. Likewise, Osasuna, Athletic, Levante, or Villarreal are other teams with a positive result in this aspect. Curiously, in the top positions, there is no Atlético that has been harmed by the refereeing.
Atlético de Madrid and an outrageous fact that puts Real Madrid in the spotlight
Considering that it isn't even among the 10 best teams in this field, Atlético doesn't understand it. Especially, its fans, who can't believe these things happen, as there are uncalled actions. Moments when the referees saw nothing punishable, to the anger and frustration of the colchoneros supporters.
Likewise, that Real Madrid has a positive balance of +27 in maximum penalties is something outrageous. Always in constant pique with the social mass of the club coached by Ancelotti, the rojiblancos supporters remain angry.
Atlético de Madrid, to make a statement
After the clash against Villarreal, in which Simeone's team couldn't get past a draw, there is always a new opportunity. Atlético de Madrid wants to keep improving, and matches like the one against Mallorca seem like the ideal occasion to do so. More so, considering that the start of 2025 for Arrasate's team is far from ideal on the field.