Atlético Madrid’s manager Diego Simeone has called on Real Madrid’s head coach José Mourinho to respect the referees after the Spanish side’s 2‑1 victory in the recent La Liga derby.
The win, which gave Atlético a narrow edge over their city rivals, prompted Simeone to address the officiating in the match. He urged Mourinho to show respect towards the referees, a sentiment that came in the wake of the game’s contentious moments.
While the report does not detail the specific incidents that led to the comment, it highlights the ongoing tension between the two clubs’ coaching staffs over refereeing decisions in high‑stakes fixtures.
The story was reported by Punch Nigeria, noting the significance of the derby for both teams and the broader La Liga campaign.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>