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Osasuna-Real Madrid: VAR penalty sparks fan‑police clash at El Sadar

The Osasuna‑Real Madrid game finished with a VAR‑approved penalty for Courtois, but the real drama unfolded after the final whistle when police confronted fans over a bottle thrown onto the pitch.

The match saw a controversial VAR decision awarding a penalty to Real Madrid’s Courtois after a foul on Ante Budimir. The penalty was converted, sealing a 1‑0 win for the capital side.

Shortly after the final whistle, police at El Sadar attempted to identify the person who threw a bottle onto the pitch. The attempt sparked a confrontation with a group of radical fans, leading to a significant altercation between law enforcement and supporters.