Real Madrid’s La Liga title race took another turn last night as they secured a narrow 1-0 victory at Real Sociedad, but the match was overshadowed by yet another controversial VAR decision.

This comes just a week after a contentious refereeing call in the Clasico against Barcelona, where a goal by Lamine Yamal was disallowed due to the lack of goal-line technology, sparking a debate that continues to this day.

And last night, it was Real Sociedad who were on the receiving end of a VAR decision that went against them. With the score already 1-0 to Real Madrid thanks to a goal from Güler, Sociedad thought they had equalized through Takefusa Kubo in the 32nd minute. However, their joy was short-lived as the goal was chalked off for a foul in the build-up on Aurélien Tchouaméni.

This decision did not sit well with Kubo, who expressed his frustration on social media. “I don’t know what’s going to happen in the Champions League… but I don’t think they’ll be calling that,” he said bitterly.

Tchouaméni, who was involved in the incident, also took to social media to respond to Kubo’s comments, using an emoji to suggest that he felt the decision was correct.

The VAR decision has once again ignited the debate over the use of technology in football, with some arguing that it is ruining the game, while others believe that it is necessary to ensure fair play.

The controversy is sure to continue in the coming days, but for now, Real Madrid will be relieved to have secured the three points, which puts them three points clear of fifth-placed Real Sociedad in the La Liga table.

“No sé qué pasará en la Champions… pero no creo que eso lo vayan a pitar”

👤 Kubo, sobre el gol anulado a la Real Sociedad.#LALIGAEASPORTS #LaCasaDelFútbol https://t.co/VymoErQqgs pic.twitter.com/BKIUD33OMA

— Fútbol en Movistar Plus+ (@MovistarFutbol) April 26, 2024