"Ceballos was spotted by El Chiringuito cameras at the Movistar Arena while attending Real Madrid's Euroleague basketball match. When asked about the Miami game, he initially responded with irony: "I was just talking about it with my girlfriend." Pressed further, however, he made his stance clear, stating, "It's clear that La Liga are adulterating.""
"The comment reflects the widespread scepticism among Real Madrid officials, who view the idea of moving a league match abroad as unnecessary and disruptive. Real Madrid argue that La Liga should remain rooted in its traditional home stadiums, respecting fans who have followed the league for decades."
"For Barcelona and the RFEF, the Miami match is seen in a very different light. The move is designed to reward international fans, particularly in America and Asia, who invest heavily to follow La Liga. RFEF president Rafael Louzan has defended the decision, stating it is "a gesture good for soccer because it promotes La Liga around the world." The Miami fixture also represents a chance for Barcelona to showcase their style and brand to a new audience."
The Villarreal-Barcelona match is scheduled for December 20 at the Hard Rock Stadium as La Liga's inaugural regular season fixture outside Spain. Barcelona and the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) back the move to reward and grow the league's international fanbase, particularly in America and Asia, and RFEF president Rafael Louzan called it "a gesture good for soccer because it promotes La Liga around the world." Real Madrid oppose moving league matches abroad, arguing fixtures should stay in traditional home stadiums to respect long-time supporters. Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos criticised the decision, saying "It's clear that La Liga are adulterating."
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