Carlo Ancelotti was incensed by the decision after Madrid was denied a penalty inside the first 15 minutes despite what appeared to be a handball by Javi Sanchez.
A few minutes later, Antonio Rudiger missed with a header after Karim Benzema fired over the bar from close range.
Valladolid had been overworked and on the verge of collapse, but starting around the midpoint of the first half, they took control.
Alvaro Aguado's curling attempt was stopped by Thibaut Courtois just before halftime, and the hosts' own penalty appeal was denied before another Aguado opportunity.
Roque Mesa and Julian Escudero were both injured for Valladolid at the hour mark, and Madrid introduced Lucas Vazquez and Rodrygo.
Rudiger struck Sanchez with a header with 10 seconds left, and this time the VAR stepped in to give the champions a late penalty. Sergio Leon was terminated in the ensuing fury.
After much anticipation, Benzema stepped up to score the penalty kick.
After a Luka Modric cameo, Benzema scored his second goal to seal the victory and give Madrid the lead in the La Liga standings.
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