"Barcelona's formal complaint highlighted irregular officiating by referee Istvan Kovacs, particularly regarding a handling incident by Atletico's Marc Pubill that they believed should have resulted in a penalty."
"The UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body declared the protest inadmissible, stating that the complaint was not accepted following the match played on April 8, 2026."
"Frustration within the Barcelona dressing room was evident, as senior officials expressed their dissatisfaction with the officiating decisions made during the match."
FC Barcelona's complaint regarding controversial refereeing in their Champions League match against Atletico Madrid was deemed inadmissible by UEFA's Disciplinary Committee. The complaint centered on a handling incident involving Atletico's Marc Pubill, which Barcelona argued warranted a penalty and a second yellow card. The decision led to significant frustration among Barcelona players and officials. Despite seeking explanations and access to VAR recordings, UEFA's ruling has left the club dissatisfied with the officiating in the match.
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