In the world of soccer, tensions are never too far from the surface. Although the Negreira case is at the center of attention for FC Barcelona, Real Madrid also finds itself now in the midst of controversy. This time, LaLiga has decided to take action against the Merengue club, following the refereeing scandal that occurred in the match against Espanyol in Cornellà.
A Controversial Statement
Real Madrid, through its Board of Directors, issued a critical statement after the match against Espanyol. In it, they pointed out that the refereeing system was "discredited" and also mentioned that the ordinary justice had labeled the referees' work as "fraudulent" on several occasions. LaLiga did not accept the statements and filed a complaint with the RFEF's Disciplinary Committee.
An Open File
According to Isaac Fouto on El Partidazo de COPE, the RFEF's Disciplinary Committee will open a file on Real Madrid. The process would begin with the appointment of an investigating judge, who will be responsible for studying the case and deciding whether to impose a sanction.
This procedure could take between a month and a half or two months to solve, which keeps the uncertainty about the immediate future of the White club.
Possible Sanction for the Club
Real Madrid could face a sanction as a "legal entity," meaning that the club as a whole would be held accountable, in addition to the possible involvement of the Board of Directors.
This is a measure that has been used in previous cases of irregularities or conduct considered inappropriate within the institutional framework. Although it is an option that is yet to be defined, the severity of Real Madrid's statement could lead to a formal sanction.
An Incomprehensible Situation
LaLiga's decision to file this complaint has caused surprise among many Spanish soccer fans. Several clubs have also complained about the referees, which makes the sanction against Real Madrid even more questionable. Teams like FC Barcelona or Atlético de Madrid have expressed their disagreement with certain refereeing decisions without, so far, facing the same consequences.
One of the most striking aspects of this case is the possible direct involvement of Real Madrid's president, Florentino Pérez. The president of Real Madrid has faced controversies, but this could be one of the most serious if it affects the entire club and the board.