Rodri reacts to Real Madrid’s referee complaints and gives his verdict on Madrid derby

Sunday's La Liga action saw Atletico Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 in a feisty derby that ensured Barcelona sit six points clear of Los Blancos at the top of the table going into the international break.

The aftermath of the game saw Real Madrid TV launch a fresh attack on match officials , while manager Jose Mourinho also criticised the referee after the game.

Rodri has been asked for his thoughts on the match and offered up the following response in an interview with Cadena Cope.

"From a footballing perspective, it was an even match. I think Atlético Madrid was better, more present on the pitch, made better decisions, controlled the game, and I think they deserved the victory. And then there were actions in the match that could have been handled differently; I don't think anyone denies that.