19.11.2025 10:39
Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente, whose team drew 2-2 with Turkey, protested against the referees after the match and did not shake hands with the assistant referee. This situation caused a significant stir in the Spanish media. Fuente stated that the incident was unintentional and that he did not notice the handshake offer. However, this issue has continued to spark discussions in Spain and remains a topic of conversation.
The National Team drew 2-2 against Spain in the last match of the World Cup European Qualifiers Group E. The situation in the final minutes of the match and the subsequent decision angered Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente.
DISALLOWED GOAL ANGERED FUENTE
Spain sent the ball into the net during a fast attack, but the referee did not evaluate the situation as a goal due to offside. The Spaniards argued that there was a foul before the offside position. Tension arose on the sidelines after the decision.
DID NOT SHAKE THE ASSISTANT REFEREE'S HAND
After the final whistle, Luis de la Fuente headed to the field to protest to the referees. During this time, the experienced coach, who did not notice the assistant referee's outstretched hand, appeared to reject the handshake offer, causing a significant stir. The Spanish press featured this incident on their front pages.
"I DIDN'T NOTICE" EXPLANATION
In a press conference, when asked about the incident, Luis de la Fuente stated that it was unintentional, saying, "I didn't notice. I passed by. I was focused on the players, greeted another player, and didn't realize."
De la Fuente's statement somewhat calmed the discussions, but the tension experienced after the match continues to be a topic in Spain.