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Real Madrid accuses referees of bias after derby loss to Atlético Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 10:37 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Real Madrid accuses referees of bias after derby loss to Atlético Madrid

Summary

Real Madrid faced a 2-1 defeat to Atlético Madrid in La Liga on September 20, 2026. Following the match, the club criticized refereeing decisions, publishing a report denouncing the officiating as the reason for their loss. José Mourinho highlighted specific incidents, claiming that the outcome was unfair, despite a review affirming key calls made by officials. The criticism reflects a pattern within the club to deflect accountability, leading to broader discussions about refereeing standards in Spanish football.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid loses 2-1 to Atlético Madrid in La Liga.
•The club blames officiating for the defeat in official statements.
•José Mourinho cites specific decisions in post-match remarks.
•A review confirmed the red card and penalty awarded against Real Madrid.
•Real Madrid aims to address perceived injustices in officiating.

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10:37 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid’s Victim Complex: Blame the Refs, Never the Mirror

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Real Madrid have once again chosen the path of least resistance. After a 2-1 derby defeat to Atlético Madrid in La Liga over the weekend, the club’s official channels didn’t focus on their own shortcomings. Instead, they published a match report under the headline “A dreadful refereeing performance decides the derby,” accusing the officials of […] The post Real Madrid’s Victim Complex: Blame the Refs, Never the Mirror appeared first on HEAVY.
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