“Not the moment for an apology” — Bayern Munich’s Thomas Tuchel irate with referees after Real Madrid loss

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Needless to say, Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel was angry as hell after the referees apologized for game-changing decisions that affected the outcome of Bayern Munich’s 2-1 loss (4-3 on aggregate) to Real Madrid in the Champions League semifinals. “Very difficult. This is a semifinal, it’s not the moment for apologies.

Really not. It’s not the moment for two huge violations of rules and then an apology. We all have to go to our limits, all have to suffer, all have to play without mistakes.



The referees at this level also have to do that. When you don’t deliver, it doesn’t help when you apologize, even though of course as sportsmen we accept it,” Tuchel said (as captured by FCBayern.com via @iMiaSanMia ).

A furious Thomas Tuchel asked if he accepts the referee's apology: "Very difficult. This is a semifinal, it's not the moment for apologies. Really not.

It's not the moment for two huge violations of rules and then an apology. We all have to go to our limits, all have to suffer,..

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com/c50SEhaINR — Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) May 8, 2024 So, yeah, what he said. Looking for more discussion on the game? We’ve got all of the thoughts and analysis you need with our Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show! Check out our takes on Thomas Tuchel’s lineup, how the match played out, and why Real Madrid was able to squeak out (maybe with a little help) a victory in the Champions League. Get the show on Spotify or below: As always, we appreciate all .