Why Real Madrid were furious after dramatic Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich

Football
16 Apr 2026 • 3:37 PM MYT
The Independent
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Why Real Madrid were furious after dramatic Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich

  • Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa expressed strong anger over Eduardo Camavinga's red card during the Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich.
  • Camavinga received a second booking for kicking the ball away and delaying a free-kick in the late stages of the match.
  • The incident occurred when the aggregate score was level at 4-4, with Real Madrid ahead in the second half, seemingly heading for extra time.
  • The midfielder's sending off reduced Real Madrid to 10 men, significantly impacting the tie's outcome.
  • Arbeloa criticised the referee's decision, calling it 'unbelievable' and stating the team felt 'upset, angry, and disappointed'.

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