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La Liga president hits back at Arbeloa over referee criticism – ‘One day he says one thing, then another’
TL;DR
La Liga president Javier Tebas responded to criticism from Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa regarding refereeing decisions. Arbeloa's comments followed a controversial match against Girona where a penalty was not awarded.
Key points
- Javier Tebas is the president of La Liga.
- Alvaro Arbeloa is the coach of Real Madrid.
- Real Madrid criticized refereeing after a match against Girona.
- Arbeloa linked refereeing issues to fewer league titles for Real Madrid.
- Tebas highlighted Arbeloa's inconsistent statements.
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La Liga president hits back at Arbeloa over referee criticism – ‘One day he says one thing, then another’
Earlier today, during a media interaction Javier Tebas, president of La Liga, responded to criticism of referees made by Alvaro Arbeloa, coach of Real Madrid.
The Merengues have been long critical of the refereeing in La Liga, with their grievances growing stronger after their previous league game against Girona, where they felt that a clear penalty was not awarded to the team.
Speaking to the media ahead of the Alaves game, Arbeloa stated that “situations” such as those in the match against Girona help explain why Real Madrid have won fewer league titles than European trophies in recent times.
Tebas’ response to Arbeloa
Now, Tebas has hit back at Arbeloa, claiming that the Real Madrid manager keeps complaining about the referees, pointing out to the former defender’s comments from last week after the elimination from the Champions League at the hands of Bayern Munich.
Arbeloa has voiced his concerns about the refereeing in La Liga. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)
Q&A
What did Javier Tebas say about Arbeloa's referee criticism?
Javier Tebas stated that Arbeloa often changes his stance, saying, 'One day he says one thing, then another.'
Why is Real Madrid critical of La Liga refereeing?
Real Madrid's criticism has intensified following a match against Girona where they felt a clear penalty was missed.
How does Arbeloa's criticism relate to Real Madrid's league titles?
Arbeloa suggested that the refereeing situations contribute to Real Madrid winning fewer league titles compared to their European trophies in recent years.
