Rayo Vallecano Coach Admits Unawarded Penalty for Real Madrid
Inigo Perez, head coach of Rayo Vallecano, acknowledged that his player made contact with Vinicius Junior in the penalty area during their recent 3-3 draw against Real Madrid, suggesting a penalty could have been awarded.
In a thrilling 3-3 draw between Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid at Estadio de Vallecas, Rayo's head coach Inigo Perez conceded that a late-game incident involving his defender and Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior might have warranted a penalty.
Reflecting on the match, Perez expressed pride in his team's performance but emphasized the need for continued improvement to secure a better position in the league standings.
Addressing the controversial moment in the final minutes, where defender Abdul Mumin appeared to make contact with Vinicius Junior in the box, Perez stated, "I don't like to lie; I believe Mumin did make contact with Vinicius. When I saw the incident, I thought the referee could have awarded a penalty, though it's a delicate decision that requires careful consideration, often with the aid of VAR."
This candid admission highlights the complexities referees face in making split-second decisions and underscores the importance of technological assistance in modern football.