The Spanish midfielder said Barcelona had been unjustly treated during the return match of his Champions League semi-final against Inter, the Catalans bowing 7-6 in total. The match was marked by several controversial moments, the Var having intervened on several decisions.
The tackle of Pau Cubarsi on Lautaro Martinez in the first period earned Inter a penalty, on which Hakan Calhanoglu doubled the bet. In the second half, a penalty claimed was canceled by the Var following a fault on Lamine Yamal.
Inter – Barça is talking a lot
Addressing journalists after the match, midfielder Blaugrana said: ” This is not the first time that it has happened to us with this referee, and I think UEFA should investigate. There are things difficult to explain. There have been many situations: everything has been tied, and on the penalty on Lamine, which was then whistled for lack, he did not give a yellow card to Mkhitaryan, which would have been his second. »» FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Pedri's accusations against the referee. German added: “I know that everyone is disappointed now that we are eliminated, but it is because we have invested a lot in this match. We came back in the match, and I think that certain decisions, such as 50/50, have always been in favor of Inter, but that's how it must be accepted. It's football. »»
“” I am proud of my team, we have given everything, and sometimes we have the impression that it is unfair because certain decisions of the referee were not in our favor, but that is like that. You have to accept it, and we will start from scratch next season. Winning the Champions League is one of our goals, because supporters deserve it. We will be back next season in the Champions League. »»
The Catalans will now target the title of Spanish champion in the coming weeks to achieve the national double. They will face Real Madrid at home on Sunday for the last Clasico of the season.
