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Another notable incident occurred during the Atlético Mineiro vs. São Paulo match, where São Paulo claimed that Lianco, who already had a yellow card, should have been sent off for his conduct during an altercation with Ferreirinha. Instead, it was Zubeldia who received the red card after expressing his frustrations toward the officials excessively.
Analysts pointed out that while Zubeldia’s complaints might have been justified, his behavior likely contributed to the decision to issue a red card. The fact that Lianco remained on the field despite his infractions did not sit well with fans and pundits alike, raising questions about consistency in officiating standards.