Sevilla and Girona face off in the second leg of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final, with both teams expected to be in top form for this match. The referee has called a penalty decision that sparked a heated debate over the league's refereeing decisions.
The first leg ended in a 2-1 victory for Sevilla, which allowed them to advance to the semi-finals. However, on Wednesday night, Sevilla drew 1-1 against Girona in the first leg of their quarter-final clash. Despite this result, there is still some uncertainty about the referee's decision in this game.
According to the official report from UEFA, Sevilla was awarded a penalty after they had a corner taken by Girona, but the referee deemed it too close to the goal line. This led to a shootout, with Sevilla winning all four penalties scored.
However, the reaction from fans on social media was mixed. Some were upset that the referee gave Sevilla a penalty despite having a clear shot at goal, while others praised the refereeing decision as fair and accurate.
There have been several disputes between referees in recent years regarding their ability to make decisions in high-pressure situations. In the case of Sevilla, the decision may have been influenced by the pressure of being up against a team that is often considered to be more experienced and skilled than Sevilla.
On the other hand, Girona also faced criticism for their performance in the first leg, losing 1-0 to Sevilla. They did not perform well enough to qualify for the next round, and the referee's decision in this game may have contributed to their defeat.
Despite the controversy surrounding the referee's decision, it remains to be seen how the final outcome will turn out. Both sides are expected to play their best ball, and there is no guarantee that either side will win the match. Only time will tell whether the referee's decision will lead to another shootout or whether Sevilla can secure their place in the semi-finals.