Mourinho criticizes referees after Real Madrid's derby loss to Atletico
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:37 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Jose Mourinho expressed frustration with Spain's refereeing committee following Real Madrid's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid in a La Liga derby on September 20. Mourinho claimed that two fouls in the first half warranted red cards and criticized the referee's performance. Madrid, now third in La Liga, dropped six points behind leaders Barcelona. Real's Dean Huijsen received a red card early in the second half, leading to a penalty for Atletico. Mourinho stated he remains confident about Madrid's title chances if officiating improves.
- •Real Madrid lost 2-1 to Atletico Madrid in La Liga.
- •Mourinho criticized the refereeing committee for poor officiating.
- •Madrid dropped to third place, six points behind Barcelona.
- •Dean Huijsen received a red card, resulting in a penalty for Atletico.
- •Mourinho believes Madrid can compete for the title if officiating improves.
- 7:23 PMESPN Soccer — Mourinho blasts ref: 'Two red cards' for Atleti
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Mourinho blames ref committee for Real Madrid derby defeat
"Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho lashed out at Spain's refereeing committee after Los Blancos lost 2-1 at Atletico Madrid on Sunday in a La Liga derby clash.Real Madrid created no chances of note in a dull first half against Atletico but Mourinho said he was happy with his players.
"José Mourinho blasted the referee and the VAR after Real Madrid's 2-1 derby defeat to Atlético Madrid, saying Atlético should have received "two clear red cards."
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External links- ESPN SoccerSep 20, 2026, 7:23 PMMourinho blasts ref: 'Two red cards' for Atleti
José Mourinho blasted the referee and the VAR after Real Madrid's 2-1 derby defeat to Atlético Madrid, saying Atlético should have received "two clear red cards."
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 5:29 PMMourinho blames ref committee for Real Madrid derby defeat
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho lashed out at Spain's refereeing committee after Los Blancos lost 2-1 at Atletico Madrid on Sunday in a La Liga derby clash.Real Madrid created no chances of note in a dull first half against Atletico but Mourinho said he was happy with his players.
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