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Perez Slams La Liga, UEFA Over Finances & Bias
23 Nov
Summary
- Perez argues fans should access football for free.
- He criticizes La Liga president's salary vs. profits.
- Perez links Negreira case to referee selections.
During Real Madrid's Ordinary General Meeting, President Florentino Perez delivered a fiery speech, criticizing La Liga, UEFA, and Barcelona. He advocated for free access to football for fans, questioning UEFA's motives and contrasting La Liga's president's salary with the league's lower profits. Perez labeled the Miami match proposal a failed initiative by La Liga's president, Javier Tebas, and questioned financial incentives for clubs involved.
Further escalating his attack, Perez touched upon the controversial Negreira case. He expressed dismay over the absence of Spanish referees in recent FIFA selections, implicitly linking this to Barcelona's past dominance. Perez's address shifted the meeting from financial matters to a strong stance on perceived injustices and governance issues within Spanish and European football.
His remarks underscore Real Madrid's continued push for reform within the footballing landscape. The president's strong opinions on broadcasting rights, refereeing, and financial structures signal ongoing tensions between major clubs and governing bodies. Perez's public criticism sets a confrontational tone for future discussions on football's organization and financial distribution.
