Real Madrid goalkeeper breaks silence on the ‘ghost goal’ from El Clasico | OneFootball

Real Madrid’s win over Barcelona in El Clasico over the weekend was completely overshadowed by the ‘ghost goal controversy’.

With the game firmly poised, Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal’s effort was saved by Andriy Lunin on the edge of the line. But Barcelona argued that the ball had crossed the line.

However, due to a lack of goal-line technology in La Liga, VAR made a controversial decision to dismiss the plea of Barcelona and the game continued.

Barça were left furious with the decision and their president Joan Laporta has come out all guns blazing, even threatening to take legal action.

Andriy Lunin on the ‘ghost goal’

Three days after the win, Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin has finally broken his silence on the ‘ghost goal’.

The ghost goal that created all the controversy (Photo by THOMAS COEX/AFP via Getty Images)

After training at the Valdebebas, Lunin stopped to sign autographs for fans. There, he was asked whether or not he thought the ball had crossed the line. To no one’s surprise, the Ukrainian refused to accept the goal.

“For me, no,” stated Lunin (h/t Mundo Deportivo), who had a rather shoddy display in comparison to how he had performed a few days ago against Manchester City.

Indeed, Lunin was crucial for Real Madrid last week when the club secured a narrow win over Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals, notably saving two penalties during the shootout.

The Ukrainian international will look to maintain his good form as he looks to help Real Madrid not only seal the league title but also claim their 15th Champions League title come the end of the season.

Real Madrid, for their part, are ready to reward Lunin with a contract extension. The goalkeeper’s current deal at the Bernabeu expires in 2025.