Arda Güler's Substitution in the Real Betis Match Sparks Debate in Spain

Following the defeat against Real Betis in the fourth week of the Spanish La Liga, the decision made by Real Madrid's head coach regarding Arda Güler created a widespread resonance in the Spanish press and led to intense criticism.

Real Madrid's Defeat to Real Betis

In the match played at the Estadio de La Cartuja, the home team left the pitch with a one-to-zero victory thanks to Parrott's goal scored in the eighty-first minute. The white-and-blesseds suffered their first defeat of the season in the fourth week of the league.

Arda Güler's Performance on the Field

National football player Arda Güler, who started the match in the starting eleven, drew attention with his successful football on the pitch. The young player, who has appeared in the first four matches of the season, put on a performance of one goal and one assist.

Mourinho's Controversial Substitution Decision

The national star being taken off the pitch by head coach Jose Mourinho in the sixty-fourth minute of the match placed the decision at the top of the agenda in Spain, and the manager's decision was questioned.

Iñaki Angulo's Harsh Criticisms

Spanish football commentator Iñaki Angulo stated that the head coach did not have the courage for star names, arguing that Arda Güler was chosen as an easy target and the yellow card justification did not reflect the truth.

Jose Mourinho's Defense

Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho, who was the target of the reactions, defended his decision, explaining that the player played very well but he was forced to make this move due to the cunning of the opposing players and the yellow card danger.