The match saw a VAR‑approved penalty for Real Madrid when Courtois was fouled by Ante Budimir, sparking debate among fans and pundits alike. The on‑field drama was only the beginning of the night’s turmoil.
At the end of the game, police attempted to identify the person who threw a bottle onto the pitch, leading to a confrontation with a group of radical supporters. The altercation escalated into a full‑blown brawl between law enforcement and fans inside the El Sadar stadium.