Barcelona president reacts to VAR controversy after Atletico Madrid loss: 'It is shameful' | Barca Universal

"As such, Yuste did not hide his disappointment with how the situation was handled, especially the long delay before the final verdict. Referring directly to the controversial decision, Yuste said, "I want to describe it as shameful." He complained about "waiting eight minutes for a decision," and concluded by announcing that "as president, I want to say that we will not let this go and we will demand an explanation.""

"Despite the frustration, Yuste tried to shift the focus toward the second leg. Barcelona face a huge task after the 0-4 defeat, but the acting president believes the atmosphere at home can still play a decisive role. Speaking about the return match, he said, "We've been dealt a tough blow. "The hope and spirit of filling the stadium in the second leg and giving the team a morale boost, and why not think that we can come back," he said."

Barcelona endured a 0-4 first-leg Copa del Rey semi-final loss to Atletico Madrid, amplified by anger over a VAR decision that disallowed Pau Cubarsi's goal. The eight-minute review and poor communication left players and staff confused and frustrated. Acting president Rafa Yuste condemned the delay as "shameful," promised the club will demand an explanation, and criticized the waiting time. The VAR controversy became a central talking point that overshadowed the scoreline. Yuste urged focus on the second leg and expressed hope that a full stadium could boost morale and help stage a comeback.

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