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Ex-Barcelona star claims VAR was invented so Real Madrid 'wouldn't rob us anymore' | Goal.com UK
- Vidal claims VAR was introduced to curb Real Madrid’s alleged refereeing bias, linking it to his Bayern days.
- Vidal discussed his clashes with Real Madrid in Champions League era, saying he felt robbed in two Bayern matches.
- The podcast citation via Mundo Deportivo places Vidal’s comments in a broader Madrid rivalry context.
- Vidal cites a controversial 2016-17 clash against Madrid as a backdrop for his claims about officiating.
- Madrid’s recent defeat to Getafe drew further scrutiny of officiating and potential bias claims.
- Vidal’s remarks connect VAR to broader debates about fairness in La Liga amid ongoing rivalries.
- The piece notes Vidal currently plays for Colo-Colo in Chile.
- Vidal’s argument ties VAR to preventing ‘robbery’ outcomes in elite European matches.
- The article outlines a history of Real Madrid's alleged preferential officiating.
- Goal.com frames Vidal’s comments as provocative but part of a larger debate.
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