Controversy as Barcelona Are Denied Clear Goal at Real Betis

With Barcelona playing catchup on league leaders Real Madrid in La Liga, they have every right to feel aggrieved after being denied a clear goal in Sunday's clash with Real Betis.

Trailing after Alex Alegria's opener on 75 minutes, the Catalans thought they had levelled matters when Jordi Alba's effort crossed the line moments later. However, the referee and his assistants waved off the goal and dismissed Barca's appeals.

Luis Suarez may have restored parity on 90 minutes, but all the talk will be about a refereeing decision that denied Luis Enrique's men the opportunity to leapfrog rivals Real Madrid, who now have two games in hand.

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