Barcelona manager Hansi Flick continues his protection drive of referees as Real Madrid continue to lead the charge of criticism.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has urged his players to avoid disrespectful behaviour towards match officials following Jude Bellingham’s red card for Real Madrid against Osasuna. England international Bellingham said after Saturday's game he had not insulted the referee and described the situation as a misunderstanding.

Jude Bellingham was sent off for insulting a referee on Saturday, causing Hansi Flick to warn Barcelona's players against shows of dissent.

LaLiga referees must be protected by players and coaches, Barcelona boss Hansi Flick said on Friday after Jose Munuera Montero was vilified when he showed Real Madrid's England midfielder Jude Bellingham a red card.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick showed his anger at the harassment of La Liga referees on Friday, after weeks of complaints from title rivals Real Madrid about Spanish arbitration.Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham was banned for two matches this week after showing dissent to referee Jose Munuera Montero during his team's 1-1 draw at Osasuna last weekend.

Hansi Flick has chimed in on the topic of the ongoing controversy related to referees, with Real Madrid repetitively calling for their heads.