Matarazzo Criticizes Penalty Decision in Real Sociedad Loss

Pellegrino Matarazzo did not hide his disappointment following the recent match, specifically targeting a penalty decision that he believes changed the course of the game. The coach argued that the handball call against Ochieng was incorrect, noting that the ball first struck the player's thigh before hitting his arm.

According to Matarazzo, Ochieng was in the process of pulling his arm away, making the penalty call unjustifiable. He emphasized that his team had maintained control for long stretches of the match and remained solid defensively until that specific moment.

Following the penalty, the team conceded two additional goals, which the coach attributed to a loss of focus and frustration. Matarazzo also pointed to a series of recent officiating decisions that he feels have negatively impacted his side, including a red card for Jon Martín in a previous game.

He expressed concern that these recurring issues are costing his team valuable points in the league standings. The manager remains adamant that the officiating standards need to be more consistent to ensure fair results for all clubs involved.