Former referees give different versions on controversial foul

The Flamengo vs. Racing match, valid for the first leg of the Libertadores semifinal at Maracanã, featured a disallowed goal that caused complaints from the Argentinians. Ex-referees consulted by UOL disagreed on the play. Referee Jesús Valenzuela called a foul during a corner kick taken by the visitors early in the 2nd half. He saw Sosa elbowing Carrascal in the back of the neck as the midfielder rose to meet Martirena’s cross. Carrascal’s shot crossed the goal line before being stopped millimeters before, triggering the Argentinians’ anger. The VAR did not intervene. Watch Libertadores games on Paramount+. Subscribe now via UOL Play.