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Barcelona File Second Complaint to UEFA Over Atletico Madrid Refereeing

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Adam Moha

17 Apr 2026 1 Min

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Barcelona file second complaint to UEFA over refereeing in Champions League quarter-final defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Barcelona File Second Complaint to UEFA Over Atletico Madrid Refereeing
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Barcelona File Second Complaint to UEFA Over Atletico Madrid Refereeing

Barcelona's Formal Complaint to UEFA

Barcelona have officially submitted a second formal complaint to UEFA regarding the officiating in their Champions League quarter-final exit at the hands of Atletico Madrid. The Catalan giants are furious with several decisions made across both legs of the tie, having been beaten 3-2 on aggregate.

Details of the Complaint

This marks the second time in just over a week that the Barcelona have approached the governing body, expressing deep indignation regarding the performances of the match officials and the VAR system. This specific complaint encompasses incidents from both the first and second legs.

  • Barcelona have been beaten 3-2 on aggregate by Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final.
  • The complaint is the second in just over a week.

Implications of the Complaint

The Blaugrana's complaints highlight the intense scrutiny and pressure on UEFA to ensure fairness and accuracy in their officiating, particularly in high-stakes matches like Champions League quarter-finals.

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