A controversial penalty loss by Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez During their Champions League collision against Real Madrid, a debate about football’s laws in the game has ignited. The incident, which occurred during Wednesday night’s penalty park, pAW Alvarez Kick Not Allowed after was the review confirmed A double touch. Real Madrid finally won 4-2 and continued to the next round.
This incident highlights an important combat area in the laws of the game (team 14.1), who prohibits a player to touch the ball twice before taking a penalty. The second touch, however, seemed unintentional and did not significantly affect the track of the shot, which led to questions about the current rule is suitable for such situations.
Within 24 hours after Atletico’s exit, UEFA released a statementPublished by Fabrizio Romano and announces discussions with FIFA and IFAB (International Football Association Board) regarding possible rule changes.
The statement reads: “Atletico de Madrid asked with UEFA about the incident, which led to the kick not allowed from the penalty mark that Julian Alvarez took at the end of yesterday’s UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid. Although minimal, The player contacted the ball with his standing foot before he kicked it, as shown in the attached video. According to the current rule (the laws of the game, team 14.1), had to call the judge signaling that the case would be allowed. UEFA will participate in discussions with FIFA and IFAB to determine whether the rule should be examined in cases where a double touch is clearly unintentional. “
Expert reactions on Alvarez’s criminal incident
The incident led to reactions from football figures. Former Judge Antonio Mateu Lahoz, in a Spanish TV interview, commented: “If I were to judge such a significant game again, I would not be comfortable if they told me… I would like to see it, and then I would decide. That’s my responsibility. I have to take it on the shoulders and then decide based on what I see appropriate. That’s how I understand the judge. “
Atletico Madrid Manager Diego Simeone also offered his perspective: “I just saw the picture of the penalty. The referee said that when Julián went and kicked, he moved the ball with his foot, but the ball did not move. It’s something to discuss whether it was a goal or not, but I’m proud of my players.“ These comments illustrate the widespread debate on VAR’s application in penalty decisions and the current penal rules.
Potential effects of each and penalties
UEFA’s initiative to collaborate with FIFA and IFAB means a proactive approach to address the laws of the game. A rule change that allows resumption in cases of accidental dual touch can significantly reshape future penalties, which minimizes similar controversy.
The results of these discussions will be carefully monitored by the entire football world, which affects how the penalties serve globally. UEFA’s response shows the ongoing development of football rules and official procedures. The potential modifications can reshape future penalties and VAR’s role in determining decisions.
