Spanish coach Alvaro Arbeloa expressed his anger after Real Madrid’s victory against Atlético de Madrid (3-2) at the Santiago Bernabéu, during the 29th day of La Liga. Despite the success of his team, the Madrid tactician did not digest certain refereeing decisions by José Luis Munuera Montero, in particular the expulsion considered severe of Valverde (77th) and several fouls not whistled. Facing the media, the former Spanish international defender denounced arbitration that was difficult to understand.
“Difficult to understand, I appreciate that he came to the bench to explain it to me. Sometimes in the moment things seem a certain way, and I’m sure when I look back at the footage I’ll change my mind, but it was 15 minutes of camaraderie, solidarity, very fair defense, and all for nothing. I’m happy, we did the right thing, which was to win the match. One more victory and we continue. I always say that the atmosphere at derbies is the most special in the championship and I was lucky enough to experience it as a coach. Moreover, after several years without beating them here, on our field, it was important to do it today. I’m happy for the guys who deserve this effort. We approach the international break with complete peace of mind”he explained.
