‘If it was Paredes, nothing happens’: Ruso Zielinski on Rigoni red | OneFootball

Despite playing much of the second half with one man down, Belgrano managed to hold onto the lead and beat Aldosivi 1-0 on Matchday 14 of the Apertura Tournament. However, the focus after the match was on the controversial decision by Daniel Zamora, who sent off Emiliano Rigoni six minutes into the second half.

The “Pirata” was already ahead thanks to a goal from its star player, Lucas Zelarayán, when the referee shocked everyone by showing a straight red card to the Córdoba midfielder. According to the referee’s gesture, Rigoni had insulted him after a foul was awarded in favor of the visiting side.

The protagonists speak

At the press conference, Ricardo Zielinski did not hide his frustration and delivered a remark that resonated strongly: “We asked Emiliano and he said something all players say. If Paredes had done it, nothing would have happened. The referee only made things difficult for himself and, as a result, for us as well.”

Meanwhile, defender Lisandro López also backed his teammate at the end of the match: “I know Emi, and he’s not the kind of guy who does those things; I think the referee made a mistake.”

Despite being a man down, the Alberdi side showed its usual defensive solidity to claim three vital points, although it will be without Rigoni for the next matchday.

The red card that made the Ruso explode

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