Ronald Araujo’s red card in the second leg at Montjuïc proved to be a turning point in Barcelona’s 4-6 aggregate loss to PSG in the Champions League quarterfinals, ending their chances of advancing further.
Following the game, manager Xavi Hernández voiced his displeasure with the referee’s calls, calling them bad and terrible.
Barcelona’s problems worsened when Araujo and the goalkeeping coach of the team were both dismissed.
Xavi bemoaned the referee’s interference in their strategy and underlined that Araujo’s punishment was a turning moment in the draw.
Even though Xavi is not one to talk much about refereeing decisions, he made it clear that it is important to talk about them and that being silent is not an option.
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