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Laporta's Outburst: Barcelona President Accuses Referees of Bias After Atletico Madrid Defeat

Published February 14, 2026, 09:32

Atletico Madrid secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of the Copa del Rey, significantly boosting their chances of reaching the final. Following the match, Barcelona voiced strong complaints about the refereeing decisions, particularly the disallowance of a goal scored by Pau Cubarsi. Joan Laporta, the president of Barcelona, expressed his full support for the team and coach Hansi Flick, stating that the team faces injustices and must fight against all odds. He emphasized that a comeback is possible in the return leg at Spotify Camp Nou, urging fans to rally behind the team. Laporta also referenced previous controversial decisions against Barcelona, highlighting that nothing is coincidental.