Did Real Madrid’s head of PR confirmed Rafa Benitez sacking after the Valencia draw?
Real Madrid’s head of PR Emilio Butragueno refused to offer assurance over the future of Rafa Benitez, following their were held by Valencia on Sunday, as he has been sacked by the club on Monday evening.
Rafa Benitez’s position at Santiago Bernabéu remains uncertain during his short spell at the club, and it was certain he has to pay the price following yet another disappointing result for Real Madrid as they drew with Valencia 2-2 away from home on Sunday. Despite of failing to win another big game this season, Real Madrid showed their character, after going 10-men with Mateo Kovacic shown red card in the second half. Emilio Butragueno, who insisted in his previous interview that he has complete confidence in Rafa Benitez, refused to back him, which make the announcement of former Liverpool manager sacking just matter of time
Journalist Guillem Balague Announcing the Sacking of Benitez:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yytuCGPQhwE
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Speaking to media after the match, former Real Madrid player said:
“We weren’t given a penalty [on Gareth Bale], but in the next phase of play, [Valencia] drew level with a penalty,” he said after the game.
“We began the second half in control, even with 10 men. We were closer to victory than Valencia.
“It’s true that they had a great chance in the final minute, but I think the team deserved something more. It’s a shame we didn’t get the win.
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“[On the Bale penalty shout], the referee probably wasn’t in the best position, but the linesman was very close.
“I think the team had a good game. I know the difficulty we posed [Valencia], but the circumstances didn’t help.
“We went down to 10 but didn’t lose control and could’ve scored a third goal, even with 10.
“We didn’t lose our composure, but we didn’t achieve our objective, which was to win here. Still, it’s not a bad thing that we drew.
“[On Benitez keeping his job at Tuesday’s board meeting], the team offered a good account of themselves and we must be very calm.
“[On James Rodriguez missing the game due to his police chase], James spoke to his Coach [on Saturday] and explained the situation.
“He definitely didn’t [get dropped for his involvement].”