Khaberni - The Referees' Committee of the Spanish Football Federation announced the appointment of referee Juan Martinez Munuera Montero to manage the final match of the Spanish Super Cup, which will bring together the two poles, Real Madrid and Barcelona, next Sunday in Jeddah.
The Referee's Record and Sports Controversy
Montero's appointment comes at a time when the Spanish sports scene is debating referee selections, as media reports have expressed concerns about this assignment.
These reports have cited past incidents of the referee, including his decision to send off Real Madrid player Jude Bellingham last season, in addition to the incident of not awarding a penalty kick to Vinicius Junior in a previous match, an event known in the media as "Todo OK".
Background of the Appointment
On the other hand, reports indicated that the referee had been suspended from managing matches for a short period this season after a controversial decision in the Barcelona vs. Mallorca match, when he did not stop the play despite a head injury to one of the players.
Despite these criticisms, the Spanish Federation believes that Montero has the necessary experience to manage the anticipated "El Clásico", relying on his long career in "La Liga" and his ability to handle the pressure of major matches.
