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Yahoo
2 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Javier Tebas talks Madrid derby, relationship with Perez, Real Madrid TV – ‘He wants to fire me'
La Liga president Javier Tebas has addressed several key issues surrounding Spanish football, offering strong opinions on Real Madrid, president Florentino Perez, and the ongoing scheduling and broadcasting disputes in the league. In a wide-ranging conversation, Tebas did not shy away from calling out what he sees as fundamental problems affecting the domestic competition. Advertisement Tebas voiced his frustration with external competitions disrupting the La Liga calendar, especially as Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are both set to participate in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. When asked about the potential of a Madrid derby to open the 2025–26 season, Tebas was firm in his response. 'An Atletico-Real Madrid match on Matchday 1 is impossible,' he said. 'This isn't like the Super Cup. 'That fixture is far too important for broadcasters. When the time comes, we'll make decisions with the relevant bodies. 'But we can't keep changing our league schedule for events we don't agree with or that harm Spanish football. We have to respect the collective bargaining agreement with AFE.' Relationship with Florentino Perez The La Liga chief made it clear that his relationship with Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is practically non-existent due to their opposing views on how football should be run. Tebas and Perez's relationship is strained. (Photo by Gonzalo) 'With the club, relations are as they should be. We can broadcast their games, and we do it well,' Tebas stated. 'But with Florentino Perez, there is no relationship. We're on completely different paths. 'He supports a model based on elitism and an oligarchic vision—the Super League. I don't support that. It's not about club management, it's about how the competition is structured.' Tebas even went so far as to accuse Perez of using personal influence to attempt to oust him. 'He keeps saying over lunch that he wants to fire me and claims the CSD agrees with him. I've filed countless complaints with the TAD because of him.' On Real Madrid TV Tebas also commented on the recurring controversy surrounding Real Madrid TV, which has often published videos critical of La Liga referees. Advertisement He drew attention to the timing of their media output, suggesting it was more strategic than principled. 'Barcelona complains once or twice a season. Real Madrid complains every week. 'What stood out to me is that once they were no longer in the title race, those videos stopped. If their goal was to denounce the Liga Negreira case, why did they stop?' Tebas questioned. Source: AS
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Real Madrid TV launch fresh attack on referees ahead of LaLiga clash - after throwing Copa del Rey final into chaos with critical video targeting official
Real Madrid TV have launched a scathing fresh attack on another referee in the run-up to their LaLiga clash with Celta Vigo this weekend. Real Madrid's in-house television channel have previously been outspoken about officials, and even last week aired a highly critical video on Thursday targeting referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea. The segment claimed that Real Madrid had won 64 per cent of their matches officiated by De Burgos, compared to an 81 per cent win rate for Barcelona under his watch. A narrator described the difference as 'incredible', while De Burgos Bengoetxea's competence was questioned and images of alleged mistakes made throughout his career were shown on screen. Following the release of the video, De Burgos Bengoetxea gave an emotional press conference on Friday in which he broke down in tears while defending his integrity. Now, less than a week after their previous scathing editorial, the channel has again hit out at another official, Gil Manzano, who will officiate their match with Celta Vigo on Sunday. The latest video dubs Manzano 'the referee at the centre of the biggest refereeing scandal in recent times'. The 'scandal' in question, perhaps points to Manzano's decision not to award Real Madrid a winner over a year ago in their 2-2 draw with Valencia. In the ninth minute of added time - with seven initially indicated by the fourth official - Real had a corner which was headed away, but the ball was quickly crossed back into the box towards Jude Bellingham. However, despite it being a genuine goal-scoring opportunity for the visitors, who had battled back from 2-0 down, Manzano blew for full-time just before the cross, which was headed home by Bellingham, sparking outrage amongst the Los Blancos players. Though the incident happened more than a year ago - March 2024 - the Spanish giants seemingly have not forgotten, and saw fit to criticise the referee ahead of Sunday's game. Furthermore, data from Spanish outlet Marca suggests that games that have been officiated by Manzano have ended up with Real Madrid on the winning side on 40 of 52 occasions. Real Madrid are coming off the back of a bruising 3-2 defeat in extra time in the Copa del Rey final against arch-nemesis Barcelona. The game was overshadowed however by three red cards for Real in added time of extra time, one of which was shown after Antonio Rudiger threw an ice pack at De Burgos Bengoetxea. Bellingham thought he won it! 😱 The Englishman put the ball in the back of the net, but the final whistle sounded just seconds beforehand ❌ Real Madrid players are FURIOUS 😤 — Premier Sports (@PremSportsTV) March 2, 2024 Real Madrid lost the Copa del Rey final last weekend after Real Madrid TV had launched another attack on the referee ahead of the game The German international was could also be seen insulting the referee, with some reports claiming the defender said 'you're a miscarriage' and 'son of a wh***', and was later handed a six-game ban for his actions. Ahead of the game, which was thrown into chaos by Real's accusations, Los Blancos swiftly pulled out of their scheduled pre-match media duties and cancelled their official training session in response to De Burgos Bengoetxea's press conference. However, the club later confirmed they would still fulfil the fixture. Earlier on Friday, Real had already released an initial statement defending the video aired by RMTV as being 'protected by freedom of expression' and accusing the refereeing team of showing 'clear and manifest animosity and hostility' towards them. They urged the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) and the Refereeing Committee to 'act accordingly' to safeguard the credibility of the match. Although Real did not formally demand that De Burgos and his officiating team be replaced, a club source told Reuters the press conference was viewed as a 'clear conflict of interest' that had left the club in a state of 'unprecedented astonishment'. RFEF president Rafael Louzan appealed for 'calm, responsibility and common sense' but refused to comment further on whether any officiating changes would be made. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick also called for greater protection for match officials amid the mounting tensions. 'It is our responsibility to protect not only the players but all the people involved in the game,' Flick said.
Malay Mail
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Malay Mail
‘No excuse': Real Madrid's Rudiger after throwing object at ref
MADRID, April 27 — Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger apologised today after his red card for throwing an object at the Copa del Rey final referee. The centre-back was substituted in extra-time and in the final stages of Barcelona's 3-2 Clasico victory, threw something at referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea in protest. Rudiger, who had to be held back from confronting the official by team-mates and staff, was shown a red card, with team-mates Lucas Vazquez and Jude Bellingham also dismissed at the end of the game. 'There's definitely no excuse for my behaviour last night. I'm very sorry for that,' said Rudiger in a post on Instagram. 'Before the final whistle I did a mistake. Sorry again to the referee and to everyone I have disappointed last night.' Rudiger could face a ban of between four and 12 matches for his actions, which could see him miss the upcoming La Liga Clasico on May 11. Vazquez and Bellingham's red cards are likely to lead to bans in next season's Copa del Rey for being less serious infringements of the rules. Before the final the two main referees complained about attacks from Real Madrid's club television channel against officials this season. De Burgos Bengoetxea broke down in tears as he spoke about the impact on his family life of Real Madrid TV's criticism. Los Blancos responded furiously, pulling out of pre-match commitments on Friday and labelling the officials' comments 'unacceptable'. Barcelona have beaten Real Madrid in all three Clasicos this season, with Los Blancos' last chance of major silverware the league title, where they trail their rivals by four points. — AFP
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
'No excuse': Real Madrid's Rudiger after throwing object at ref
Antonio Rudiger threw an object at the Copa del Rey final referee and was sent off on Saturday night (Josep LAGO) Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger apologised Sunday after his red card for throwing an object at the Copa del Rey final referee. The centre-back was substituted in extra-time and in the final stages of Barcelona's 3-2 Clasico victory, threw something at referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea in protest. Advertisement Rudiger, who had to be held back from confronting the official by team-mates and staff, was shown a red card, with team-mates Lucas Vazquez and Jude Bellingham also dismissed at the end of the game. "There's definitely no excuse for my behaviour last night. I'm very sorry for that," said Rudiger in a post on Instagram. "Before the final whistle I did a mistake. Sorry again to the referee and to everyone I have disappointed last night." Rudiger could face a ban of between four and 12 matches for his actions, which could see him miss the upcoming La Liga Clasico on May 11. Advertisement Vazquez and Bellingham's red cards are likely to lead to bans in next season's Copa del Rey for being less serious infringements of the rules. Before the final the two main referees complained about attacks from Real Madrid's club television channel against officials this season. De Burgos Bengoetxea broke down in tears as he spoke about the impact on his family life of Real Madrid TV's criticism. Los Blancos responded furiously, pulling out of pre-match commitments on Friday and labelling the officials' comments "unacceptable". Barcelona have beaten Real Madrid in all three Clasicos this season, with Los Blancos' last chance of major silverware the league title, where they trail their rivals by four points. rbs/lp
France 24
27-04-2025
- Sport
- France 24
'No excuse': Real Madrid's Rudiger after throwing object at ref
The centre-back was substituted in extra-time and in the final stages of Barcelona's 3-2 Clasico victory, threw something at referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea in protest. Rudiger, who had to be held back from confronting the official by team-mates and staff, was shown a red card, with team-mates Lucas Vazquez and Jude Bellingham also dismissed at the end of the game. "There's definitely no excuse for my behaviour last night. I'm very sorry for that," said Rudiger in a post on Instagram. "Before the final whistle I did a mistake. Sorry again to the referee and to everyone I have disappointed last night." Rudiger could face a ban of between four and 12 matches for his actions, which could see him miss the upcoming La Liga Clasico on May 11. Vazquez and Bellingham's red cards are likely to lead to bans in next season's Copa del Rey for being less serious infringements of the rules. Before the final the two main referees complained about attacks from Real Madrid's club television channel against officials this season. De Burgos Bengoetxea broke down in tears as he spoke about the impact on his family life of Real Madrid TV's criticism. Los Blancos responded furiously, pulling out of pre-match commitments on Friday and labelling the officials' comments "unacceptable".
