Celta de Vigo president Marián Mouriño shared her experience regarding the contested Copa del Rey match against Real Madrid during a recent appearance on ‘La Revuelta’ show. This match, which saw the elimination of the Galician team in the round of 16, sparked heated debates due to a penalty not awarded, provoking indignation from supporters.
Mouriño recalled the key moment when a tackle by Thibaut Courtois on Williot Swedberg should have resulted in a penalty. “There have been controversial refereeing decisions,” she noted cautiously, as the audience reacted with cries of “theft!” during the discussion.
Beyond the missed penalty, Mouriño also highlighted another questionable offside decision during significant action, which fueled skepticism around the refereeing. “Even Cholo Simeone protested about our match,” she added, referring to the Atlético Madrid coach’s remarks about refereeing inconsistencies in other matches.
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The highlight of Mouriño’s anecdote came from his experience in the presidential box alongside Florentino Pérez, the president of Real Madrid. In a tense moment, Pérez reassured her in a calm voice, saying: “Don’t worry, don’t be nervous,” prompting laughter and applause from the audience. “It’s really stressful in the dressing room,” Mouriño concluded, emphasizing the uncomfortable nature of this experience.
As well as addressing the refereeing controversy, Mouriño also revealed an exciting partnership between Celta de Vigo and the show. In a surprising gesture, she gave the host, David Broncano, a team jersey which featured the show’s logo on one sleeve, announcing that the program would be the official sponsor of their upcoming La Liga match against Betis on February 8 at Balaídos.
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“I’m going to give you a sponsorship gift; you need a boost in your audience,” Mouriño joked about the ratings rivalry between ‘La Revuelta’ and another popular program, ‘El Hormiguero’ . Surprised, Broncano asked if it was a serious offer, and Mouriño assured that the Celta players would indeed wear the show’s logo on the pitch, provoking a wave of applause and laughter from the audience.
Throughout the interview, Mouriño demonstrated warmth and closeness, seducing the audience with his humor and spontaneity. In addition to football discussions, she faced classic Broncano questions and reflected on memorable moments in the club’s history, including the success of the centenary anthem composed by C. Tangana, who performed a key role in their story.
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The broadcast of Mouriño’s appearance on ‘La Revuelta’ generated significant engagement on social media and in the press. The story of his meeting with Florentino Pérez and the penalty not awarded became a hot topic of debate among football fans, while the revelation of the program’s sponsorship aroused curiosity and interest.
Through her participation, Mouriño not only brought attention to Celta de Vigo, but also strengthened her image as a dedicated and approachable leader. His visit to ‘La Revuelta’ certainly did not go unnoticed and could pave the way for increased connections between the world of football and television.
