Real Madrid will go to court to secure VAR footage of Espanyol incident | OneFootball

Real Madrid are reportedly gearing up to take legal action over the VAR audio from their recent match against Espanyol, as revealed by Mundo Deportivo.

This move comes amid the ongoing controversy surrounding a critical decision made during the game, particularly regarding the tackle by Carlos Romero on Kylian Mbappe, which many felt deserved a red card.

The situation has sparked a heated debate, with Real Madrid initially lodging a formal complaint with the Technical Committee of Referees (CTA). In the complaint, the club requested the VAR audio recording from the incident.

However, the refereeing body failed to provide a clear and satisfactory response, leaving Madrid frustrated and determined to take further steps.

Real Madrid preparing lawful action

As a result, the club is now preparing to file a lawsuit in an administrative court to force the release of the VAR audio.

Real Madrid are determined to uncover the reasoning behind the decision, which has caused a significant uproar in Spanish football.

Real Madrid are demanding answers. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

The club believes that by obtaining the recordings, they will gain a better understanding of the controversial decision-making process during the match.

While the initial legal move will be through an administrative court, Real Madrid has not ruled out pursuing the matter in a criminal court if the situation escalates further.

The ongoing dispute comes at a time when tensions between the club and the referees are already high, with a scheduled meeting this Thursday between La Liga teams and referees.

Real Madrid have made the decision to boycott this meeting, citing the ongoing “war” with the CTA as the main reason for their absence.

The case has drawn widespread attention, and many are now eagerly awaiting to see how the legal proceedings unfold, as well as whether the VAR audio will be made public.

The outcome could have far-reaching implications for how refereeing decisions are handled and scrutinised in Spanish football moving forward.