UEFA has officially explained the decision to disallow Julian Alvarez’s penalty in the Champions League clash between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid.

In a statement, UEFA clarified: “Although it was minimal, the player made contact with the ball with his supporting foot before kicking it.”

The incident took place during the penalty shootout, where Alvarez’s attempt was ruled out for a double touch. After a VAR review, the decision was confirmed, ultimately contributing to Real Madrid’s triumph in the shootout.

The ruling has sparked debate among fans and pundits, with some arguing that the contact was insignificant and had no real impact on the shot.

However, UEFA’s statement reinforces that the laws of the game were applied correctly, ensuring the penalty was rightfully voided.