Former Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales recently found himself in the center of a scandal as he faced questioning in a court appearance regarding alleged corruption, money laundering, and dishonest administration. Rubiales, who served as president for five years, vehemently denied receiving any illegal payments in connection with the deal that brought the
Spanish Copa del Rey
Athletic Club fans flooded the streets of Bilbao in a sea of red and white to celebrate their team’s Copa del Rey victory. The players took a unique route through the city on a river boat, marking the club’s first major trophy win in 40 years. The traditional celebration on the barge, ‘La Gabarra,’ drew
Recently, the news broke that four Athletic Club players are currently under investigation by the police in Bilbao for holding an impromptu street party to celebrate their Copa del Rey win. The squad’s victory after 40 years without a major trophy was indeed a cause for celebration, but their unauthorized actions have now landed them
Barcelona’s outgoing coach, Xavi Hernández, expressed his disappointment at the lack of recognition for his work at the club. Despite leading the team to a LaLiga title last season, Xavi feels that his efforts have not been properly valued. This sentiment has led to frustration and a sense of worthlessness in his daily work. The
After Friday’s draw, it was revealed that Atlético Madrid will be facing Athletic Club in the semifinal of the Copa del Rey. This matchup is highly anticipated as both teams have shown great form in the competition. Atlético secured their spot in the semifinals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Sevilla, while Athletic managed to
LaLiga has taken a strong stand against racism by filing a legal complaint to a Spanish court regarding the alleged racist chanting directed towards Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior by Atlético Madrid supporters. The chants of “Vinícius you are a monkey” heard as fans entered Atlético’s Metropolitano stadium have sparked outrage and condemnation. Historical Context