Almeida Blasts UEFA Over Atleti Exit

The top official of the Spanish capital criticized the refereeing decisions in the second leg, suggesting a "predetermined intent" to harm the red-and-white side. Almeida expressed outrage over the choice of German referee Daniel Seibert when Spain and Germany are competing for the fifth Champions League spot.

The mayor highlighted several controversial decisions, including a penalty not awarded to Giuliano Simeone and the amount of stoppage time added. "It is clear proof that the referee wanted that match to end as soon as possible and for Arsenal to go to Budapest rather than Atlético de Madrid," Almeida said, while also questioning why broadcast footage of the alleged offside was not shown. sport-tr.bet