"A malfunctioning VAR ensured the game was clouded in controversy after Pep Chavarria's challenge on Yamal, which led to the spot kick being awarded, could not be reviewed because the system was not working at the time. Chavarria did make contact with Yamal's thigh, but the penalty award might have been overturned on review. Both teams had been informed of the faulty system at kickoff,"
"Indignant home supporters voiced their fury at every subsequent decision that went against their side. Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia made several outstanding stops to deny Rayo a win at the end of a week in which the club from the Madrid suburbs secured a place in the Conference League group phase on their return to Europe after 24 years. Garcia made a point-blank save to deny Andrei Ratiu in the 12th minute"
Rayo Vallecano fought back to secure a 1-1 draw with defending champions Barcelona after Fran Perez equalised from a 67th-minute corner following Lamine Yamal's 40th-minute penalty. A malfunctioning VAR prevented review of Pep Chavarria's challenge on Yamal; Chavarria made contact with Yamal's thigh and the penalty might have been overturned on review. Both teams had been informed of the faulty system at kickoff, and Rayo's vigorous protests created a tempestuous atmosphere with indignant fans reacting to decisions. Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia produced several outstanding saves, and substitute Sergio Camello missed a late opportunity to win the game for Rayo.
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