The Arda Güler controversy in Spain shows no signs of ending

In the Champions League quarter-final match where Real Madrid was defeated 2-1 at home by German giants Bayern Munich, head coach Arbeloa's decision to substitute Arda Güler drew criticism from the Spanish press and football fans.

In the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich faced off at the Bernabéu Stadium. The German giants, who finished the first half 1-0 ahead with a goal from Luis Diaz in the 41st minute, found another goal through Harry Kane in the 46th minute to double the lead. Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid's French star, reduced the deficit to 1 in the 74th minute, but it was not enough for the Spanish giants. Bayern Munich, who closed out the remainder of the match with a 2-1 scoreline, left the pitch with an advantageous result for the second leg. National footballer Arda Güler, playing for Real Madrid, was replaced by Brahim Diaz in the 71st minute.

ARDA GETS A PASSING GRADE AGAIN

Throughout the match, Arda provided 4 key passes, created 1 big chance, played with a 92 percent pass accuracy, and won 5 of the 9 duels he entered. The young footballer's performance was evaluated with a passing grade of 7.3.

REVOLT AGAINST THE HEAD COACH OVER ARDA

The Spanish press pointed out that Arda Güler had a good start to the match and created danger with his passes, stating that despite this, his substitution was unacceptable. The Spanish press had also directed criticisms regarding Arda being substituted in the 71st minute during the 2-1 loss against Mallorca over the weekend. Arda Güler, who was taken out in the 72nd minute of the Mallorca match, was substituted in the 71st minute of yesterday's match.

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