Lionel Messi was involved in a contentious post-match confrontation with the referee after Inter Miami's 1-1 draw against Charlotte, where he felt a penalty should have been awarded to his team. Despite his frustration and a yellow card, Miami remains at the top of the Eastern Conference with a solid position to win the Supporters' Shield. Meanwhile, Barcelona's Pedri, who captained the team in a 4-2 loss to Osasuna, expressed disappointment over the team's poor first-half performance and criticized the referee for not calling clear fouls during the match. He emphasized that while injuries played a role, they should not excuse the defeat. Both Messi and Pedri's incidents highlight ongoing frustrations with officiating in football, as referees' decisions have been pivotal in both matches. The discourse around these matches reflects broader tensions within the sport regarding refereeing standards and player conduct.