Ahead of a pivotal Champions League clash with Manchester City, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti expressed his concerns regarding the quality of officiating in La Liga, particularly in light of Jude Bellingham's recent red card for dissent. In a pre-match press conference, Ancelotti was hopeful that Bellingham would avoid a lengthy suspension after being sent off during a 1-1 draw with Osasuna. The club feels aggrieved by the officiating standards, citing several contentious decisions in recent games that they believe have unfairly impacted their performance.

Bellingham, who scored the decisive goal in the first leg against Manchester City, received a straight red card for allegedly using abusive language towards the referee. Ancelotti's frustration was palpable as he pointed out that Real Madrid has faced a series of decisions that remain inexplicable, particularly in matches against Osasuna and Atletico Madrid. The manager emphasized the need to address these issues, suggesting that the recent controversies have created an ongoing feud between Real Madrid and La Liga referees.

As the team prepares for the second leg against Manchester City, Ancelotti remains optimistic about Bellingham's situation while also highlighting the importance of maintaining focus on the match. He reiterated that the team must take advantage of their current position, leading 3-2 from the first leg. Ancelotti's remarks underline a broader concern within Real Madrid regarding the officiating in Spain, and as they head into a crucial European match, the spotlight will undoubtedly remain on both the players and the referees.