Simeone Decries VAR Decision After Atletico Madrid's Champions League Exit

Atletico Madrid's Champions League campaign ended in a dramatic penalty shootout against Real Madrid, leading to an emotional post-match press conference from coach Diego Simeone. He expressed pride in his team's performance but was frustrated with the referee's decision to disallow Julián Álvarez's penalty due to a double-touch violation, which video evidence confirmed. Simeone challenged reporters to raise their hands if they believed Álvarez had touched the ball twice, highlighting his disbelief at the decision. Despite the loss, he praised his players for their effort and competitive spirit throughout the match. In response to the controversy, Real Madrid's Dani Ceballos subtly trolled Simeone on social media, implying he did see the double touch. The defeat marks another chapter in Atletico's struggles against their rivals in the Champions League.