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RFEF Publishes VAR Audio Explaining Controversial Araujo Penalty in Sevilla–Barcelona Match

The newly released recording captures VAR advising that Ronald Araujo tripped Isaac Romero, with the referee confirming a penalty without a card.

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Overview

  • The Spanish federation released the on-field audio from Sevilla’s 4-1 win over Barcelona, including the 10th-minute incident reviewed for a potential foul by Ronald Araujo.
  • VAR official Del Cerro Grande recommended an on-screen review, describing Araujo as causing a trip by placing his leg between Isaac Romero’s legs.
  • Referee Alejandro Muñiz confirmed a penalty after checking contact and ball play, specifying no SPA or DOGSO and no caution for the defender.
  • Alexis Sánchez converted the spot kick to give Sevilla the early lead, an outcome that has remained a focal point of the post-match dispute.
  • Audio also shows a separate late incident in which an initial red card to Peque Fernández was downgraded to yellow after VAR highlighted the point of impact.