Raphinha Calls Out 'Robbery' in Barcelona's UCL Exit

Raphinha, a forward for FC Barcelona, condemned the officiating during his team's UEFA Champions League quarterfinal exit against Atletico Madrid, which concluded with a 3-2 aggregate score. Barcelona lost the second leg 2-1 at the Cívitas Metropolitano on Tuesday night.

Raphinha, who did not participate due to injury, voiced his strong disapproval of the referee's decisions, labeling the match a "total robbery." He highlighted the controversial red card issued to teammate Eric Garcia for a challenge on Alexander Sørloth and questioned why Atletico Madrid did not receive cards for their fouls. Raphinha also mentioned a penalty appeal for Dani Olmo in the first half, intensifying the controversy surrounding the officiating.

This incident marks the second consecutive match where Barcelona raised concerns about Champions League officiating, following UEFA's dismissal of a formal complaint regarding decisions in a prior game.