The president of the Committee of Referees accused of concealing evidence “to the detriment of Real Madrid” – report
Referees and VAR have been a major talking point in Spanish football in recent years, and especially in recent months. Barcelona, Real Madrid and many other La Liga clubs have complained about the matter, and this is sure to continue from here until the end of the season.
The Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) has been in the spotlight over the past 12 months, largely because of the ongoing Negreira case, which centers on Barcelona's alleged relationship with Enriquez Negreira during his time as Vice President of the CTA. The focus on the committee seems to be growing further due to a report just published by The debate.
The report states that Medina Cantalejo, current president of the CTA, was informed after being accused of manipulating VAR images. The complaint says Cantalejo was accused of concealing evidence “to the detriment of Real Madrid.” In addition to Cantalejo, Carlos Clos Gomez and Santiago Jaime Latre were also accused in part of it.
The report continues that the CTA has a secret annex room parallel to the VOR room which is called the “operating room”. According to the complaint, from this place, instructions are given to the VAR and the AVAR in dubious games and against the provisions of the protocols established by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
These accusations are very serious, and the CTA is likely to issue a response in the near future. Real Madrid may also seek to address the situation in the coming days.
