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FC·May 5, 2026 05:36 PM ET

Simeone fumes over uncalled penalty on Griezmann in Atletico's UCL exit

Simeone says ref cost Atletico their final shot.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 51 min read
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What happened: Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone publicly criticized officiating after his side's Champions League semifinal loss to Arsenal, citing what he called a 'clear penalty' on Antoine Griezmann that went uncalled. Simeone told reporters it 'doesn't make sense to talk about it now,' while still framing the decision as decisive. Arsenal advanced to the Champions League final following the result.

Why it matters: The complaint lands as Atletico exit the Champions League at the semifinal stage, ending their deepest European run in years. Griezmann, already set to leave for Orlando City SC this summer, was at the center of the flashpoint, adding weight to a farewell campaign that now ends without silverware. Refereeing controversy threatens to overshadow Arsenal's first Champions League final berth.

What to watch: Watch for UEFA's referee committee response and whether Simeone faces disciplinary review for his postmatch comments. Arsenal now await the winner of the other semifinal in the Champions League final.

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