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Sevilla protests red card decision in Real Madrid's 4-1 win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:23 PM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Sevilla protests red card decision in Real Madrid's 4-1 win

Summary

Sevilla expressed dissatisfaction over a referee's decision during its 4-1 loss to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Sevilla's complaints centered around midfielder Arda Guler, who was not issued a red card for an apparent elbowing incident. Guler later scored a goal after a VAR review ultimately cleared him of wrongdoing. The match heightened tensions between Real Madrid and La Liga president Javier Tebas, with Madrid fans calling for Tebas' resignation amid ongoing disputes over officiating. Madrid remains six points behind Barcelona, who leads La Liga, with a crucial 'clasico' match on the horizon.

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By the Numbers

•Sevilla lost 4-1 to Real Madrid at Santiago Bernabeu on October 15.
•Sevilla protested a no-call on Arda Guler after an elbowing incident.
•Guler scored shortly after the VAR review cleared him.
•Madrid criticizes La Liga president Javier Tebas amid fan outrage.
•Madrid sits six points behind league leaders Barcelona.

Latest Updates

11:23 PMYahoo Sports — More refereeing controversy involving Real Madrid. Sevilla complains and Madrid attacks Tebas again

What they're saying

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MADRID (AP) — Another Real Madrid game, another refereeing controversy.Sevilla was upset that a red card was not shown to Madrid midfielder Arda Guler in its 4-1 loss at the Santiago Bernabeu in the Spanish league on Sunday.
— Yahoo Sportsby TALES AZZONI

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