Brave Decision by Referee Halts El Clásico for Everyone’s Safety
A brave decision by the referee pauses El Clásico for the safety of players and fans. Read about the crucial moment on Breaking Way.
In a bold move, the referee halted the friendly match between Real Madrid and Barcelona at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA, on Sunday, 4th August 2024. The decision was made to ensure the safety of players and fans due to severe weather conditions.
Both teams were ready to play, with Real Madrid starting with a lineup of Courtois / Vázquez / Militão / Rüdiger / García / Martín / Modrić / Ceballos / Díaz / Endrick / Güler. Notable absentees included David Alaba, Kylian Mbappé, Dani Carvajal, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Ferland Mendy, and Eduardo Camavinga.
Barcelona fielded Ter Stegen / Valle / Christensen / Íñigo / Balde / Casado / Bernal / Torre / Unai / Lewandowski / Pau Víctor. Key players missing from their lineup were Gavi, Pedri, Ronald Araújo, Frenkie de Jong, Ansu Fati, Lamine Yamal, Ferran Torres, Pau Cubarsí, Eric García, and Fermín López.
After just 9 minutes into the match, the referee stopped the game due to adverse weather conditions, fearing lightning strikes. The organizing committee requested everyone to evacuate the stadium and fan areas for their safety. This decision angered Real Madrid’s coach Carlo Ancelotti and captain Modrić, who protested against the referee and the organizing committee. The rescheduled match date will be announced later.
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