Barcelona are considering filing a formal complaint with the Spanish Football Federation after a chaotic VAR review and perceived officiating inconsistencies marred their heavy defeat to Atletico Madrid.
Barcelona are reportedly preparing an official grievance to the RFEF following a series of controversial calls during their 4-0 semi-final loss to Atletico Madrid.
Club hierarchy are particularly incensed by a six-minute VAR review that overturned a goal, as well as the failure to dismiss Giuliano Simeone for a foul on Alejandro Balde.
Barcelona officials feel the lack of consistency severely impacted the tie.
The delay surrounding the semi-automatic offside system left manager Hansi Flick without communication, sparking further outrage within the Catalan club.
Despite the heavy scoreline, Barcelona believe the procedural failures of the VAR booth cannot be ignored.
The club remains stunned that “the technology did not seem to provide a quick and clear answer,” potentially altering the momentum of the crucial first-leg encounter.