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Real Madrid officials overturn a penalty decision against Malaga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 8:30 AM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Real Madrid officials overturn a penalty decision against Malaga

Summary

Real Madrid secured a 4-0 victory over Malaga at the Bernabeu on August 31, 2026, maintaining a perfect start to the LaLiga season. Despite the comfortable result, the match featured a notable officiating adjustment in the 84th minute. Referee Juan Martinez Munuera initially awarded a penalty for an alleged handball by Yan Diomande following a clearance by Antonio Rudiger. After a consultation with VAR official Daniel Trujillo Suarez, the referee reviewed the footage and rescinded the decision. Officials determined that the ball deflected off Rudiger before hitting Diomande, which is classified as an unpunishable contact under current handball guidelines. The reversal allowed Real Madrid to preserve a clean sheet while moving to three wins from three matches. Jose Mourinho’s squad prepares for their next league fixture against Real Betis.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid won 4-0 against Malaga at the Bernabeu.
•A handball penalty was overturned after a VAR review in the 84th minute.
•Rules state no penalty occurs if the ball strikes a player after rebounding off a teammate.
•Real Madrid remains undefeated with three wins in three LaLiga matches.
•The team will face Real Betis in their upcoming league fixture.

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Real Madrid maintained their perfect start to the season with a comfortable 4-0 win over Malaga at the Bernabeu.The result kept Jose Mourinho’s side top of the pile with three wins from three, thoug...
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