In a dramatic Club World Cup match, Boca Juniors' 2-0 lead against Benfica was undermined by a controversial penalty awarded by referee César Ramos. Players Agustín Marchesín and Miguel Merentiel expressed their disbelief about the decision, emphasizing how it shifted momentum and affected their game. Despite the setback that led to Benfica's equalizer, Boca Juniors supporters created an electrifying atmosphere at the Hard Rock Stadium, showcasing their loyalty. The match saw escalating tensions, culminating in red cards for both teams as the game concluded in a 2-2 tie.
"I don't know what the referee saw," said Marchesín. "I've known him for a long time. I'm not surprised either. I didn't think it was a penalty; later, you have to look at it more calmly. But in a game like that, to be awarded that penalty is shameful. We have to move on; this is football, and that's how it is."
Merentiel echoed his teammates' thoughts, insisting the call later ruined the game for Boca Juniors. "The penalty kick somewhat affected the game, and I think it affected us a bit," said Merentiel. "They were faced with the penalty at the end of the first half that ruined the game. From the inside, it didn't seem like a penalty to me, personally. There's a referee, he decided it was a penalty, and we abided by the order he gave at that moment."
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