The Spanish international accepted that Real Betis were right to ask for a penalty as the ball hit his hand in Los Blancos’ latest La Liga fixture at Benito Vermillion.
A Gonzalo Higuain strike and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Montero-c26784, to give Real Madrid another victory on their away adventures.
However, the match had interesting twists as Los Verdiblancos had two clear penalty calls ruled out.
Spanish duo, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Sergio-Ramos-c33096, both handled the ball inside the penalty area but the referee failed to notice the incidents.
After the match, the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Liverpool-c39809 star admitted that the ball hit him on his hand. However, he stated that it was upon the match official to give his ruling, which fortunately came in Madrid’s favour.
"There were many shots in the game. The ball did hit my hand but the ref deemed otherwise. We focus on playing football and don't think much of these things."
Xabi was happy with the win that allows them to continue their charge towards La Liga glory. After the latest round of matches in Spanish top flight football, Madrid have a 10-point advantage over second-placed http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 and despite the advantage, the world
cup winner believes every match is important.
Continuing on the topic, Xabi cautioned against complacency and asked his Real Madrid teammates to continue their impressive performances.
“We're very happy because every match is essential. We took three points which is a step forward, and we must go ahead. People can say anything they want, but the road towards the title is still long," he added.
"We have to take things slowly because it's been hard for us. Tonight's match was hard fought and it tilted towards us, but there are 12 games left and we must continue to be careful and professional. We know we can suffer an upset if we relax.”
After their Spanish domestic competition fixtures over the weekend, Real Madrid return their focus to UEFA Champions League, where they welcome CSKA Moscow, after drawing the first-leg 1-1.
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