Real Madrid continue their preparations ahead of tonight's league clash against Elche, a match that could determine whether they reclaim top spot in LaLiga. But away from the pitch, controversy is once again dominating Spanish football following renewed scrutiny over Barcelona's referee payment scandal and wider league governance issues.
Barcelona reopened the iconic Camp Nou on Saturday with a commanding 4-0 win over Atletico Bilbao , moving into first place on the table pending Madrid's result. Softfootball understands that Barca president Joan Laporta highlighted that returning to the newly renovated stadium is crucial for the club's long-term financial stability , especially amid ongoing legal and economic pressures.
Two major concerns resurfaced today, and according to Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle , Real Madrid president Florentino Perez did not hold back in expressing his frustration at both Barcelona's past controversies and LaLiga's wider decision-making. Romano posted