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Almeida Blasts UEFA After Atleti Exit

Madrid mayor José Luis Martínez-Almeida has strongly criticized UEFA following Atlético de Madrid's Champions League semifinal elimination, claiming refereeing decisions predetermined Arsenal's victory.

The Spanish capital's top official accused UEFA of having "predetermined intent" to prevent Atlético from reaching the final, particularly questioning the appointment of German referee Daniel Seibert amid a battle between Spain and Germany for European spots.

Almeida highlighted controversies including a denied penalty to Giuliano Simeone and criticized the amount of stoppage time added, suggesting the referee wanted to ensure Arsenal's progression to the final in Budapest. game-sweetbonanza.com