Was there a penalty? Fans outraged by controversial decision in Liverpool vs Real Madrid match
Liam Carter
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
The marquee clash of the UEFA Champions League matchday is underway as Liverpool hosts Real Madrid in the 5th round of the group stage.
An early contentious moment at Anfield has already stirred debate.
Details: Liverpool’s Darwin Núñez went down in Real Madrid’s penalty area following a collision with Raúl Asensio, clutching his face. However, the referee deemed the incident unworthy of a penalty.
The decision has sparked outrage on social media, with some fans accusing Real Madrid of benefiting from favorable officiating:
“Real Madrid is already robbing!”
“YES! Clear contact, clear penalty! Núñez was unfairly denied—it’s cruel to Liverpool!”
“Núñez doesn’t go down easily in the opponent’s box. He didn’t dive!”
“We never make decisions against Madrid…”
Reminder: Real Madrid, with only 6 points from their first 4 matches, cannot afford another slip-up. Liverpool, on the other hand, leads the group with a perfect 12 points from 4 games.
