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Uefa to ask for review of double touch rule on penalties after Alvarez incident

Uefa is to ask for a review of the double touch rule on penalty kicks, after ‘clearly unintentional’ contact from Julián Alvarez cost Atlético Madrid against Real

The Guardian - UK · Mar 13, 2025

Atlético controversy shows VAR creates far more angst than it resolves

Football is living through a global case study on whether fairer actually makes for better in the world of professional sport

The Guardian - US · Mar 13, 2025

Julian Alvarez penalty: UEFA release new video footage with conclusive evidence of double touch

UEFA put out statement after night of huge controversy in the Champions League

Evening Standard · Mar 13, 2025

Why Julian Alvarez's Penalty Didn't Count Against Real Madrid in the Champions League

Julian Alvarez had his penalty kick overturned in the Champions League round of 16 shootout between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 12, 2025

Real Madrid's Underrated Players Outshine Kylian Mbappe: Takeaways From 2–1 Victory vs. Atletico Madrid

Brahim Díaz and Rodrygo stole the spotlight from Kylian Mbappé in Real Madrid's 2–1 win over Atlético Madrid in the Champions League.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 4, 2025

Brahim Díaz gives Real Madrid edge after Alvarez stunner for Atlético

Brahim Díaz’s 55th-minute goal secured a 2-1 advantage for Real Madrid in the first leg of their derby tie with Atlético

The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2025

Barcelona 4-4 Atletico Madrid: Player Ratings From Thrilling Copa Del Rey Semifinal

Barcelona and Atlético Madrid traded punches and the draw sets up a mouthwatering second leg to decide who advances to the Copa del Rey final.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 25, 2025

Mbappé fires equaliser as Real and Atlético share spoils in Madrid derby

Kylian Mbappé scored a second-half equaliser for Real Madrid in a 1-1 draw with neighbours Atlético

The Guardian - UK · Feb 8, 2025

Giuliano Simeone makes name for himself and eyes Madrid derby spoils

Son of Atlético manager is enjoying breakthrough season and prepares to face leaders Real Madrid for the first time

The Guardian - UK · Feb 7, 2025

Champions League review: chaos in Lisbon and players in shop window

Barcelona and Benfica produced a classic that swung from the sublime to the ridiculous. We hand out honours and dishonours from the latest round of action

The Guardian - US · Jan 23, 2025