The final moments of Real Madrid’s clash with Celta Vigo erupted into utter pandemonium, producing one of the wildest endings La Liga has seen in years. In the 91st minute, with emotions already running high, the match descended into complete chaos as the referee handed out five yellow cards and two reds in the span of a single, frantic minute after a furious confrontation with multiple Madrid players.
Pressure Reaches Breaking Point
Just after the 90-minute mark, a contentious call against Real Madrid lit the fuse. Several players immediately swarmed the referee, protesting angrily. What started as heated complaints quickly spiraled into physical contact, with at least one Madrid player appearing to push the official in a moment of frustration.
Reacting swiftly, the referee began issuing cards one after another:
- Five Real Madrid players booked
- Two players dismissed for dissent and violent conduct
The stadium erupted in shock as the situation spiralled completely out of control.
Total Loss of Composure From Madrid
Witnesses near the touchline described the referee as being briefly surrounded and overwhelmed by Real Madrid players, many shouting inches from his face. Security and teammates had to drag some players away as the confrontation intensified.
For a moment, it looked as though nearly the entire Madrid lineup was prepared to physically confront the official, forcing stewards and additional match staff to intervene urgently.
Celta Vigo Keep Their Distance
As the chaos unfolded, Celta Vigo’s players and coaches stayed well back, watching the meltdown in disbelief. The away side seemed stunned as the referee tried to reestablish control and restart the game amid deafening noise and tension.
A Damaging Incident for Real Madrid
The shocking scenes are almost certain to trigger disciplinary reviews, with several players facing potential suspensions once the footage is analyzed. Collective behaviour of this magnitude — especially from a club of Real Madrid’s stature — is rare and will likely have repercussions that extend into upcoming matches.
An Ending No One Will Forget
What should have been a standard closing phase of the match instead turned into a chaotic and uncomfortable spectacle. The seven-card frenzy in the 91st minute will go down as one of the most astonishing, volatile endings to a La Liga fixture in recent memory.
The incident’s fallout — both sporting and disciplinary — is expected to dominate attention long after the final whistle.
