Barcelona Demands Clarification from Refereeing Committee over Controversial Lewandowski Offside Call

Barcelona has announced plans to formally request an explanation from Spain’s Refereeing Technical Committee (CTA) regarding the contentious decision to disallow Robert Lewandowski’s goal for offside during their recent match against Real Sociedad. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, has ignited considerable debate within the club, especially among players and the coaching staff, including head coach Hansi Flick.

The offside call was determined by the use of technology, which indicated that Lewandowski was offside by the narrowest of margins — just the tip of his boot crossing the line. This detail ultimately led to the goal being disallowed. Although Barcelona is not filing an official protest, the club is seeking a thorough explanation from the CTA. They hope this clarification will shed light on the criteria used in such tight decisions and potentially help avoid similar situations in the future.

The decision has led to widespread frustration, with many in the team questioning the precision of the offside technology. For players and coaches alike, the disallowed goal has raised concerns about the consistency and reliability of rulings in such critical situations. Barcelona’s management believes that addressing these issues with the CTA could help improve the transparency and accuracy of officiating standards going forward, particularly in high-stakes matches.

As the team awaits a response, the incident continues to be a talking point, highlighting the fine margins that can influence match outcomes and affect team morale.