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September 29, 2024
The highly anticipated La Liga clash between Real Madrid and their fierce rivals, Atletico Madrid, faced an unexpected interruption when the match was temporarily suspended in the 69th minute. The stoppage occurred after objects were hurled towards Real Madrid’s goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, as he prepared to take a goal kick.
At that moment, Real Madrid was leading 1-0, thanks to a 64th-minute goal from central defender Eder Militao. Referee Busquets Ferrer decided to halt the match, determining that it was unsafe for play to continue.
If Carlo Ancelotti’s side had managed to secure the victory, they would have moved within a single point of Barcelona in the Spanish top-flight standings.
Meanwhile, under Diego Simeone, Atletico Madrid found themselves just two points behind their city rivals instead of five, with only four wins from eight matches in the league this season.
The highly charged Madrid Derby faced a sudden suspension after objects were thrown at Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. In a tense and dramatic atmosphere, Atletico veteran Koke and manager Diego Simeone made urgent pleas to their fans, urging them to refrain from further misbehavior, as reports indicated that continued disruption could lead to a permanent postponement of the match.
Following discussions between the referee and coaches, Carlo Ancelotti and Simeone, the players were directed back to their respective changing rooms to help alleviate the mounting tension among the home supporters. The teams remained in the locker rooms for about 20 minutes, awaiting official updates.
Simeone, one of the longest-serving managers in Europe’s top leagues, comforted a visibly shaken Courtois, who faced jeers from the home crowd upon the players’ return to the pitch.
The hostility directed at the Belgian shot-stopper stemmed from his reaction after Eder Militao scored, as Courtois had shouted at the Atletico fans. This provoked an angry response from the Atlético supporters, leading to various objects, including a lighter, being thrown in his direction.
The incident underscored fan reactions’ passionate and often volatile nature during intense rivalries.
Footage captured the moment as the former Chelsea goalkeeper celebrated Militao’s opening goal by gesturing enthusiastically towards the home fans, reportedly exclaiming, “Vamos!” This moment ignited chaos among the Atletico supporters, further intensifying the atmosphere in the Metropolitano Stadium as the match struggled to regain its rhythm.
Ancelotti and Simeone Share the Spoils
As previously mentioned, Carlo Ancelotti and his team were compelled to line up without their star forward, Kylian Mbappé, who was sidelined due to injury. Despite the French superstar’s absence, Ancelotti maintained high expectations, seeking nothing less than three crucial points from this highly anticipated match against their city rivals.
However, Atlético Madrid’s Ángel Correa had other ideas in mind. The talented Argentine winger stunned the crowd and left the Italian manager and his players shocked when he scored a brilliant equalizer in the 96th minute, sparking a wave of excitement. The tension escalated as Marcos Llorente received a severe red card for an irresponsible challenge on Francisco García just moments before the final whistle, adding to the drama of an already intense derby.
Real Madrid’s unbeaten streak in La Liga continues, with five wins and three draws in their first eight matches of the season. Nevertheless, they find themselves just one point behind Hansi Flick and Barcelona, who currently lead the league. As they regroup and prepare for their next fixture against Villarreal, Ancelotti and his squad will be eager to carry this momentum forward and secure a vital victory to keep pace in the title race.
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