Real Madrid edged Osasuna 1-0 at the Santiago Bernabéu, with the decisive moment coming in the 51st minute when Kylian Mbappé converted a penalty after Osasuna defender Juan Cruz challenged him inside the box. The referee, Adrián Cordero, awarded the spot kick, a decision that drew loud protests from Osasuna, but the call stood. Mbappé buried the penalty and Real Madrid, coached by Xabi Alonso, held on for the win.
Osasuna reacted publicly to the call on social media, posting a video of the incident on X accompanied by a monocle emoji to express doubt about the decision. Alessio Lisci, the Osasuna coach, spoke after the game, saying the team had played well but that the penalty needed to be reviewed. In live action he said the call seemed obvious, but it would be necessary to determine whether Mbappé tripped Juan Cruz or the reverse, and he acknowledged that the referee’s decision in real time appeared to be a penalty, while noting it should be reviewed.
Key takeaways:
– Mbappé scored the match-winning penalty in the 51st minute.
– The penalty decision sparked protests from Osasuna and prompted post-match comments from their coach.
– The incident highlighted ongoing debates over refereeing decisions in La Liga.
Context and analysis:
– The episode adds to the broader conversations about officiating in competitive Spanish football and how teams use post-match commentary and social media to frame contentious moments.
– The result reinforces Real Madrid’s position in a tight league race and demonstrates the importance of clinical finishing in close matches.
If you’d like, I can add a brief player-by-player recap or a sharper takeaway for fans of either team.