The Portuguese central defender was very critical of referee Facundo Tello’s performance
The reactions of the players of the Portuguese team after the elimination against Morocco were not long in coming. Pepe, who had the clearest chance to tie the game in the 98th minute, was highly critical of Argentina’s referee Facundo Tello’s actions after an alleged penalty against Bruno Fernandes claimed by the Portuguese. “It is inadmissible that an Argentinian referee whistled at us today after what happened yesterday (Friday) while Messi was complaining. After what I saw today, they can already give Argentina the title,” said the 39-year-old defense veteran.
In addition, the former Real Madrid player stated that Portugal “tried everything” to tie the game and lamented the loss of time and the length of the discount: “Nothing was played in the second half and only eight minutes were added The only team that played football was us. We are sad. We had the quality to win the World Cup and we didn’t,” he added.
The central defender of Porto was not the only one to sue against arbitration. Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes also exploded in the mixed zone. “I don’t know if they’re going to give the cup to Argentina. I say what I think and fuck them. It’s strange that a referee from a team still in the World Cup calls us. They’ve clearly tilted the field against us.” said the midfielder.
Source: La Verdad
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