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26-04-2025
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Barcelona v Real Madrid Copa del Rey predicted lineups: Key striker questions for Flick and Ancelotti
Barcelona and Real Madrid face off in tonight's Copa del Rey final on the back of a storm of controversy from the Los Blancos camp. A sensational 48 hours of build-up has been dominated by Real Madrid's war against officialdom in Spanish football with a late appeal sent to the RFEF. Advertisement Real Madrid were left frustrated by the decision to name Ricardo de Burgoes Bengoetxea as the match referee and Pablo Gonzalez Fuertes as VAR. The club believe the call should have been reviewed ahead of the final and they submitted a formal request to the RFEF as a sensational twist before the showdown with La Blaugrana. Gonzalez Fuertes openly criticised Real Madrid TV's infamous pre-game referee videos which triggered a wave of outrage from Real Madrid over claims of possible bias towards them. The situation was resolved at the 11th hour with Real Madrid issuing a fresh statement denying rumours they were considering a boycott of the final itself. Advertisement With the matter now settled, Carlo Ancelotti is keen to focus on matters on the pitch, as he chases a domestic double against Hansi Flick's treble hunters. A late call will be made on the fitness of Kylian Mbappe with the France captain rated at 50-50 due to an ankle injury picked up in the UEFA Champions League exit against Arsenal. Image via Diario AS As per reports from Diario AS, Antonio Rudiger and Ferland Mendy will come in from the midweek win at Getafe. Dani Ceballos and Jude Bellingham will also start but captain Luka Modric's position depends on Mbappe. Barcelona will also reshuffle from their win over Mallorca – with Robert Lewandowski ruled out despite travelling with the squad – meaning a start for Ferran Torres. Raphinha and Frenkie de Jong will also rotate back into the team but Dani Olmo will keep his spot after scoring the winner against Mallorca.
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26-04-2025
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Real Madrid consider Copa del Rey final boycott as referee row explodes
The 2024/25 Copa del Rey could be plunged into chaos with Real Madrid reportedly considering a boycott of their clash with Barcelona. The two El Clasico rivals face off at the Estadio La Cartuja on April 26 but Real Madrid have fired a string of shots at the RFEF. Advertisement Los Blancos are furious with decision to name Ricardo de Burgoes Bengoetxea as the match referee and Pablo Gonzalez Fuertes as VAR. The club believe the decision should be reviewed ahead of the final and they have since submitted a formal request to the RFEF as a sensational twist. The issue focuses on Gonzalez Fuertes, the VAR for the final, and his criticism of their infamous referee videos released by Real Madrid TV before selected games, with Burgoes Bengoetxea in tears in a press conference due to the criticism and the pressure he has been receiving. Image via Juanjo Martín / Diario AS As the saga rolls on, and Real Madrid demand a last minute change of officials, the stakes have been ramped up, with tonight's training session and press conference both cancelled. Advertisement Real Madrid will not take a backwards step on the matter as they believe keeping with the current officials could create a bias against them in the final. The stand-off has now placed the game in doubt with reports from Relevo claiming they will refuse to play in the final completely, unless a solution is reached. Florentino Perez will also not attend the traditional pre-game dinner ahead of the match and Los Blancos fans will await an update. Thousands have travelled to Andalucia for the final as Real Madrid seek to revive their season after a UEFA Champions League exit at the start of the month. Carlo Ancelotti's future is reportedly in the balance in the Spanish capital and he will hope the final is played to give him an opportunity to win a trophy in the final weeks of a mixed season.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
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Real Madrid reject Copa del Rey rumours amid suspension rumour
Real Madrid have moved to end rumours over the club refusing to play in this weekend's Copa del Rey final with Barcelona. Los Blancos have caused a storm in the last 24 hours following the explosion of their row with the RFEF over the referee choice for the final. Advertisement Real Madrid were irked by the decision to name Ricardo de Burgoes Bengoetxea as the match referee and Pablo Gonzalez Fuertes as VAR. The club believe the decision should be reviewed ahead of the final and they submitted a formal request to the RFEF as a sensational twist before the showdown with La Blaugrana. The issue focused on Gonzalez Fuertes, the VAR for the final, and his criticism of their infamous referee videos released by Real Madrid TV before selected games, with Burgoes Bengoetxea in tears in a press conference due to the criticism and the pressure he has been receiving. Image via Juanjo Martín / Diario AS As the saga rolled on, Real Madrid demanded a last minute change of officials, as the stakes were ramped up, with tonight's training session and press conference cancelled. Advertisement The stand-off has had placed the game in doubt with reports from Relevo claiming they will refuse to play in the final completely, unless a solution is reached. Florentino Perez will also not attend the traditional pre-game dinner ahead of the match and Los Blancos fans will await an update. As Real Madrid fans waited for an update, the club have stepped in with a confirmation they will play the final, as they refute the rumours surrounding the issue. Carlo Ancelotti's team were reportedly in danger of being banned from the competition, with the RFEF prepared to sanction a rescheduled final between Barcelona and Real Sociedad, but the match will now take place as planned in Sevilla with global eyes on it.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
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Javier Tebas slams Real Madrid over Copa del Rey row
The ongoing row over the 2024/25 Copa del Rey final continues to roll on as Real Madrid prepare to dig in over the issue. Heading in the final, Real Madrid have created a storm of controversy as they look to put pressure on the RFEF to change referees. Advertisement Los Blancos have been angered by the decision to name Ricardo de Burgoes Bengoetxea as the primary match referee with Pablo Gonzalez Fuertes as VAR. Real Madrid have demanded the decision be reviewed ahead of the final against Barcelona and they have since submitted a formal request to the RFEF as a sensational twist. The issue focuses on Gonzalez Fuertes, the VAR for the final, and his criticism of their infamous referee videos released by Real Madrid TV before selected games, with Burgoes Bengoetxea in tears in a press conference due to the criticism and the pressure he has been receiving. Image via Juanjo Martín / Diario AS As the saga rolls on, and Real Madrid demanded a last minute change of officials, the stakes have been ramped up, with tonight's training session and press conference both cancelled. Advertisement The stand-off has now placed the game in doubt with reports from Relevo claiming they will refuse to play in the final completely, unless a solution is reached. The latest twist in the story has come via La Liga president Javier Tebas, who has slammed Real Madrid's attitude over the issue, in the latest battle between him and Los Blancos. As part of a huge social media tirade over the matter, Tebas has called out Real Madrid for a succession of 'problems' they have with the 'establishment of Spanish football'. Amongst the complaints from Tebas, he called out every step Real Madrid have taken on the matter, as they look to pressure the RFEF to give in to their demands.
