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Barcelona’s 1-1 draw with Real Betis at Montjuic left Hansi Flick and his players feeling extremely frustrated, particularly due to a controversial refereeing decision in the final moments of the match.

However, amid the tension and drama, there was one moment that drew unexpected laughter, even from Barcelona president Joan Laporta.

While the spotlight was largely on Raphinha’s angry reaction towards the officials at full-time, a bizarre and comical scene unfolded just moments earlier in the 89th minute.

With the score level and Barça desperately pushing for a late winner, the players launched a promising counterattack, sparked by Gavi’s burst of pace.

Laporta and Joaquin share a chuckle

As Gavi surged forward, ready to initiate what looked like a textbook breakaway, he was met with an unexpected obstacle—not from a Betis defender, but from referee Gil Manzano himself.

In a surreal and frankly embarrassing moment, the official charged into the path of play without stepping aside.

Betis defender Diego Llorente, trying to stop Gavi, accidentally collided with Manzano, who became an unintentional blockade in the middle of Barcelona’s counterattack.

The clumsy interference killed off what might have been a game-winning move.

While the situation left the players and coaching staff fuming on the touchline, those in the VIP box—most notably Joan Laporta and former Betis player Joaquin—could not help but chuckle at the absurdity of it all.

Though the moment provided brief comic relief, the timing could not have been worse.

With Real Madrid dropping points, Barcelona knew the importance of securing a win. Instead, they were left ruing missed opportunities—and a referee who, quite literally, got in the way.

It was a night of missed chances, heated tempers, and one unforgettable referee blunder that added insult to injury.