Spanish newspaper considers Polgar’s mistake not to be expelled a “scandal”
November 30
2025
– 00:15
(Updated at 00:15)
Flamengo won the Libertadores title for the fourth time in history. that way, It became the first Brazilian team to win four times for continental competition. The 1-0 victory over Palmeiras, on Saturday (29), in Lima, Peru, had international repercussions in major international newspapers, as did the refereeing error that did not send off Chilean midfielder Pulgar.
The Spanish newspaper AS, for example, described the failure to fire Polgár as a “scandal.” This move came in the 30th minute of the first half, when the Chilean midfielder shot a ball with his foot at the leg of Bruno Fox, a Palmeiras player, in a play without the ball. However, the VAR did not recommend reviewing the transfer of Argentine referee Dario Herrera.
But the Spanish newspaper also praised the achievement of coach Filipe Luis. After all, he became the first player in Flamengo’s history to win the Libertadores as both a player and a coach. In fact, he had a successful spell at Atletico Madrid during his career, playing in 333 matches. Danilo, who scored the title goal, and who played for Real Madrid, has also gained prominence.
In South America, the Argentine newspaper Clarin expressed its regret for the Argentine refereeing error. In its analysis of the match, the newspaper highlighted that referee Dario Herrera and video referee Hector Paleta were the “heroes” of the decision due to Pulgar’s mistake. Likewise, Ole also highlighted the omission of refereeing, but expressed his appreciation for Flamengo’s achievement.
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