The refereeing controversies that occurred in the “Clásico del Astillero”

Emelec and Barcelona ​Tie in a Controversial Clásico del Astillero

The 10th matchday ⁣of LigaPro 2024 ​saw a thrilling and controversial clash between Emelec and Barcelona, ⁣ending in a 1-1 draw. The⁤ encounter, aptly dubbed the “Clásico del Astillero,” was ⁤marred by errors, ‌questionable refereeing, and post-match incidents.

Key Controversies:

1. Penalty Controversy:

• In the first half, striker Allen Obando‍ inadvertently clipped Marcelo Meli inside the box, leading to‌ a penalty awarded to Barcelona. ‍
• The penalty was saved by Pedro ‌Ortiz, but controversy arose as the incident ​was not seen by the referee or reviewed by VAR.

2. Unpunished Foul:

• Barcelona’s Romario Caicedo was not sent off despite bringing down Janner Corozo ​in the penalty area.

3. Penalty Reversal:

• Barcelona were awarded a penalty⁣ in the second half, but it was later overturned as referee Aragón deemed that goalkeeper Pedro ⁢Ortiz had encroached too ‌far off his line.

4.​ Stadium Incidents:

• The match was marred by violence and fan ‌disturbances both inside and outside the Capwell stadium.
• The cause of the conflict remains unclear, but internal problems between stadium sections were reportedly a factor.

Additional Notes:

• The match was described as “vibrant” and⁢ “controversial,” highlighting the intense emotions and questionable decisions that unfolded.
• The article concludes​ with a byline​ of “Orbita Deportiva.”