The match between Getafe and Sevilla, which ended with a 3‑1 victory for Getafe in the home stadium, was marked by a controversial decision by referee Víctor García Verdura in the 72nd minute of the match. When the referee's assistant raised the flag after a possible foul by Andrés García on Manu Bueno, the referee did not point out the infraction and the play continued, culminating with MartínSatriano's goal. It was then that García Verdura asked the VAR, where JuanLuisPulido Santana was, to review the action.
The referee from the VAR delegation indicated that the play did not present an infraction and that the Getafe player was contesting the ball without making any punishable movement. García Verdura agreed to watch the replay and, after analyzing it, concluded that “for him it is not enough” to call a foul, and the goal was awarded. Despite Sevilla's complaints, the decision was upheld and the match continued without alterations.
In addition to the controversy, the referee noted in the minutes that the game started four minutes late, since Sevilla took a while to leave the locker room. The regulation allows that, in the event of unjustified delay, a fine of up to €3,000 and possible sanctions may be imposed on those responsible. The Disciplinary Committee is expected to meet on Wednesday to decide whether to apply any penalties to the club.
Getafe takes the victory with a two-goal advantage, while Sevilla will have to analyze the referee's decision and the possible sanction for the delay. The visiting club has until Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. to present allegations. The resolution of the Disciplinary Committee will determine whether fines or suspensions are imposed, and how it will affect those responsible for the delay.