Mbappé’s Silent Reaction to Controversial Refereeing Says It All: “The Hand Over the Mouth in Sign of Silence”
In a match filled with controversy, Espanyol emerged victorious against Real Madrid, securing a 1-0 win thanks to a late goal by Carlos Romero. However, the match was marred by a controversial refereeing decision, particularly a harsh tackle on Kylian Mbappé, which only earned the Espanyol player a yellow card.
This decision, or lack thereof, angered the entire Real Madrid squad, but Mbappé’s reaction spoke volumes. According to Mario Cortegana, Mbappé made a gesture of placing his hand over his mouth in a sign of silence, implying his frustration with the referee’s decision.
When questioned about the clear red card Romero should have received, Mbappé chose not to comment, showcasing both his maturity and the frustration he felt. Romero’s tackle on Mbappé could have seriously injured the French forward, yet the referee’s decision was only a yellow card, reflecting the controversial nature of the officiating throughout the match.
Referee Controversy: A Game of Discontent for Real Madrid
Real Madrid came into this match on a strong winning streak, but the controversial refereeing left many Madridistas upset. Aside from the clear foul on Mbappé, there were numerous other questionable decisions, including fouls that went unreviewed, which many felt were harmful to the team’s performance.
The tackle on Mbappé highlighted the flaws in the refereeing throughout the game. Mbappé’s simple gesture of placing his hand over his mouth spoke volumes, as it encapsulated his frustration with the officiating.
Additionally, Cortegana noted that Aurélien Tchouaméni left the pitch with a bandage on his eyebrow, further indicating the rough play from Espanyol. While the Catalan side claimed the victory, the controversy surrounding the referee’s decisions will forever taint the match and remain a topic of debate.
A Tough Match to Forget for Real Madrid
Given the controversies that unfolded, this match will be hard for Real Madrid to forget. However, with important matches ahead, the team will need to showcase their mental strength to recover from this disappointing result and move forward in their campaign.
