Barcelona File Complaint to UEFA After Controversial Atlético 2–0 Defeat

Author: Ikram ChahidPublished on: April 9, 2026Country: Spain

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Barcelona File Complaint to UEFA After Controversial Atlético 2–0 Defeat

After a 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid in the Champions League, FC Barcelona has filed an official complaint to UEFA. The club disputes a missed handball in the penalty area and a red card that influenced the match. Manager Hansi Flick expressed his anger, stating that VAR seemed to act more quickly in favor of Atlético. This victory marks Atlético's first win at Camp Nou since 2006.

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