Barcelona Slams ‘Embarrassing’ LaLiga for Lack of Goal-Line Technology
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen and manager Xavi Hernandez expressed their frustration with the absence of goal-line technology in LaLiga after their 3-2 loss to Real Madrid in El Clásico on Sunday.
The controversial moment came when Andriy Lunin denied Lamine Yamal’s shot from crossing the line, with VAR stepping in to make the call. Ter Stegen called the situation “embarrassing for football,” questioning why the league has not implemented the technology that other top-flight leagues in Europe have.
Xavi echoed his sentiments, labeling the defeat as a “massive injustice” and emphasizing the need for goal-line technology in order to uphold the league’s reputation as the best in the world.
Despite a strong start with Andreas Christensen giving Barcelona an early lead, Real Madrid fought back to secure the win with Jude Bellingham’s late goal. The defeat has intensified speculation about Xavi’s future as the Barcelona coach, especially following recent disappointments in the Champions League and against their arch-rivals.
Xavi, however, remains focused on the remaining matches of the season and the team’s objective of securing a spot in the Spanish Super Cup next season. With Real Madrid now in a commanding position at the top of the table, Barcelona faces an uphill battle in their pursuit of success.
The lack of goal-line technology in LaLiga has once again come under scrutiny, with calls for immediate action to ensure fair play and accurate decision-making in crucial moments of the game.