La Liga · Discipline
- 🚨Martínez Munuera to referee the Clásico with Iglesias Villanueva on VAR
The RFEF’s Technical Committee of Referees has appointed Juan Martínez Munuera to referee El Clásico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. Javier Iglesias will oversee VAR for the match, which tak...
- Barça: Lamine Yamal came close to the worst before PSG
Lamine Yamal came close to being sent off during FC Barcelona’s victory against Real Betis (2-5) this Saturday. The Catalan The post Barça: Lamine Yamal came close to the worst before PSG appeared…
- ‘Tiresome’ – Fermin Lopez bored of Real Madrid’s referee complaints ahead of El Clasico
Fermin Lopez has labelled Real Madrid’s regular referee complaints as “tiresome” ahead of Sunday’s Clasico between the two sides at Camp Nou. Los Blancos have made a habit of criticizing match…
- Rafael van der Vaart tips Real Madrid to win El Clasico: ‘I believe they will punish Barcelona’
Former Real Madrid midfielder Rafael van der Vaart believes Los Blancos will beat Barcelona in Sunday’s El Clasico, arguing that Jose Mourinho’s side have developed the winning mentality and tactical…
- Javier Tebas faces potential two-year ban as La Liga president over Real Madrid comments
Javier Tebas could face disqualification from his position as La Liga president after Spain’s Higher Sports Council (CSD) filed a complaint over his comparison of Real Madrid’s communication strategy…
- Martin O'Neill 'Absolutely Raging' After What He Saw in Celtic vs Celta Vigo
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill reacts angrily to referee's decision in match against Celta Vigo after key equaliser.
- Erling Haaland tipped to move to La Liga ‘sooner or later’ as Barcelona offered hope of dream transfer
Erling Haaland is once again being tipped to move to La Liga as speculation over his future continues to swirl in the wake of Manchester City having been found guilty of 114 breaches of financial…
- What are Real's attacking options during Vinicius Jr ban?
Real Madrid’s attacking options are expanding under Jose Mourinho, with Endrick, Yan Diomande and Carlos Espi offering fresh solutions in the final third.
- Tebas hits back at CSD over complaint after controversial comments aimed at Real Madrid
La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticised Spain’s Higher Sports Council (CSD) after the government body referred him to the Administrative Tribunal for Sport (TAD) over his comparison of Real…
- LaLiga chief Javier Tebas faces tribunal after drawing comparison between Real Madrid and Nazi propaganda
Javier Tebas made the controversial comments about Real Madrid on social media last week
- CSD escalates Tebas-Real Madrid dispute with referral to Spanish sports tribunal
Spain’s Higher Sports Council (CSD) has referred La Liga president Javier Tebas to the Administrative Tribunal for Sport (TAD) over comments comparing Real Madrid TV’s communication methods to…
- Barcelona referee watch: Javier Alberola Rojas’ record, controversies and El Clasico history
Javier Alberola Rojas is set to take charge of Sunday’s El Clasico, with Barcelona entering the marquee clash six points ahead of Real Madrid, as per journalist Edu Garcia (h/t Alfredo Martinez). His…
- La Liga icon lashes out at Real Madrid superstar Vinicius: ‘No longer worth the credit’
Vinicius Jr. was the highlight of Real Madrid’s starting lineup against RB Leipzig midweek, especially given how he cannot feature in La Liga until mid-November through suspension. The UEFA Champions…
- Barcelona injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Real Madrid: Dani Olmo, Jules Kounde, Eric Garcia latest
Sports Mole looks at Barcelona's injury and suspension situation ahead of Sunday's La Liga contest with Real Madrid at Camp Nou.
- Real Madrid injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Barcelona: Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, Ferland Mendy updates
Sports Mole rounds up Real Madrid's injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's La Liga clash against Barcelona.
- PSG face UEFA punishment after Barcelona complain over controversial banner
Paris Saint-Germain are facing potential disciplinary action from UEFA after Barcelona complained about an inflammatory banner displayed by PSG supporters before their 4-2 Champions League victory at…
- Diomande outshines booed Vinícius as Mbappé leads Real Madrid past Leipzig 4-1
Real Madrid made it three wins from three in the Champions League as Kylian Mbappé scored and assisted in a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig at the Bernabéu. Substitute Yan Diomande also scored and…
- Barcelona report PSG to UEFA for ‘overly aggressive and offensive’ tifo after Champions League defeat
Barcelona have reported Paris Saint-Germain to UEFA over a controversial banner displayed by the French club’s supporters before their Champions League meeting on Tuesday night, ESPN reports.The…
- RFEF confirms four-match suspension for Real Betis midfielder after clash with Lamine Yamal
Real Betis midfielder Facundo Bernal has been handed a four-match suspension following his confrontation with Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal, with the RFEF Disciplinary Committee ruling that the…
- Real Madrid vs. RB Leipzig injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up the team news, including injuries and predicted lineups, as Real Madrid prepare to take on RB Leipzig in the Champions League.
- Atletico Madrid president opines on Real Madrid’s war against the refereeing system: ‘We all complain’
The war between Real Madrid and the Spanish refereeing system has only escalated in recent weeks, and it is clear that their relationship is currently at an all-time low. Several refereeing decisions…
- Real Betis midfielder addresses Barcelona VAR controversy after 5-2 defeat: ‘No point in continuing the talk’
Real Betis midfielder Pablo Fornals has addressed the fallout from his side’s 5-2 defeat to Barcelona, offering a strong response to the controversy surrounding Giovani Lo Celso’s disallowed goal…
- Carvajal’s Getafe debut ends 1-1 as ten men rally against Rayo, but Lugano comes too soon
Dani Carvajal started his first game for Getafe in a 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano, as Martin Satriano equalised after Djené's first-half red card. The 34-year-old now has to sit out Thursday's…
- Satriano earns ten-man Getafe a 1-1 draw with Rayo on Carvajal’s debut
Martin Satriano's second-half equaliser gave Getafe a 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, after Djené's first-half red card left Dani Carvajal's new side a man short. Rayo…
- ‘It’s scandalous’ – Real Madrid TV launch fresh attack on Barcelona and say Los Blancos will ‘face 17 refs in El Clasico’
Real Madrid TV have let rip at match officials and Barcelona again ahead of Sunday’s Clasico in La Liga at Camp Nou. Barcelona are in the TV channel’s sights once more after Ref Cam footage was…
- Héctor Bellerín asked for Real Betis goal to stand against Barcelona because it was really nice
After Real Betis’s Giovani Lo Celso scored a great goal on the volley at La Cartuja on Saturday, FC Barcelona players immediately protested. Within seconds, Lamine Yamal and Pedri approached the ref…
- CTA explains why Real Madrid’s Arda Guler cannot be punished for Sevilla incident
The Spanish Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) has explained why it cannot take disciplinary action over Arda Guler’s incident against Sevilla, with the available footage failing to establish…
- Real Betis challenge referee report to reduce Facundo Bernal’s ban after Barcelona clash
As per Mundo Deportivo, Real Betis are preparing a formal submission to the Spanish Football Federation’s Disciplinary Committee in an attempt to limit the potential punishments arising from two…
- The referee for Barcelona vs Real Madrid is now known
The official set to be charged with overseeing the upcoming showdown between Barcelona and Real Madrid has been chosen. That’s according to a whole host of sources across the Spanish…
- Real Madrid hopeful of having Vinicius available for Valencia clash – report
Vinicius Jr. is currently serving a four-match suspension in La Liga, following his red card in Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Villarreal right after the international break. As such, he already missed…
- El Clasico referee watch: Alberola Rojas’ record and controversial calls ahead of Barcelona vs Real Madrid
As per journalist Edu Garcia (h/t Alfredo Martinez), Javier Alberola Rojas is set to referee Sunday’s El Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona. His appointment is one that could attract…
- Sports Administration Tribunal could disqualify Tebas over controversial remarks towards Real Madrid
La Liga president Javier Tebas could face disciplinary consequences following his comments comparing Real Madrid TV’s methods with the propaganda techniques used by Nazi Germany under Joseph…
- Ex-Real Madrid star warns Mourinho about Vinicius, Mbappe: ‘Play improves when they have only one of the two’
Real Madrid’s emphatic 4-1 win over Sevilla on Sunday night has prompted widespread praise for Jose Mourinho’s side. The Portuguese coach made three changes to his starting line-up following Vinicius…
- Real Madrid youngster strengthens El Clasico case with strong performance against Sevilla
Endrick has strengthened his case for a starting role against Barcelona after making his first start for Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho in the 4-1 victory over Sevilla. With Vinicius Jr. suspended…
- Real Madrid injury, suspension list and return dates vs. RB Leipzig: Rodrygo, Ferland Mendy updates
Sports Mole rounds up Real Madrid's injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with RB Leipzig.
- Sevilla duo criticise VAR and demand answers over Arda Guler incident against Real Madrid: ‘Clearly a red card offence’
Sevilla players Juan Iglesias and Kike Salas have criticised the refereeing following their side’s 4-1 defeat to Real Madrid, with both questioning why the officials did not intervene over an alleged…
- Sevilla manager questions referee over Guler incident and Real Madrid’s second goal after 4-1 defeat: ‘They robbed us’
Sevilla manager Luis Garcia Plaza has strongly criticised the refereeing after his side’s 4-1 defeat to Real Madrid, arguing that Arda Guler should have been sent off following an alleged elbow on…
- Fresh refereeing drama as Real Madrid star scores vs Sevilla after risking red card
The topic of officiating has taken its place front and centre in the chatter across the Spanish football landscape for the latest occasion on Sunday evening. This comes owing to…
- 📸 Arda Güler's elbow: huge controversy during Real Madrid vs Sevilla !
The evening's controversy.Real Madrid host Sevilla this Sunday evening, a week before El Clasico against Barcelona. A week after Vinicius Jr was sent off for pulling a Villarreal player's hair during…
- Barcelona injury, suspension list and return dates vs. PSG: Jules Kounde, Gabriel Jesus, Gerard Martin latest
Sports Mole rounds up all of Barcelona's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
- Mourinho identifies key weakness holding back Real Madrid defender from becoming an undisputed starter
Real Madrid have had a mixed start to the season, with several performances leaving much to be desired. Their defensive structure has attracted criticism at times, with Dean Huijsen receiving a red…
- Liga: the terrible sanction is confirmed for Vinícius Júnior!
The sanction of Vinícius Júnior is maintained. The Appeals Committee of the Spanish Federation (RFEF) rejected Real Madrid’s appeal and The post Liga: the terrible sanction is confirmed for Vinícius…
- ‘Lamine Yamal provoked him’ – Manuel Pellegrini blasts ‘lamentable’ referee after Barcelona loss
Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini was unhappy at seeing Facundo Bernal sent off during Saturday’s 5-2 defeat to Barcelona. Bernal saw red for clashing and headbutting Lamine Yamal but Pellegrini…
- Lamine Yamal and Facundo Bernal: The moment their clash led to a Betis red card
Tempers flared in the second half of Real Betis’ match against Barcelona after Abde Ezzalzouli scored to make it 2-2. In the buildup, Fermín López had gone down following a tussle, and Lamine Yamal…
- Real Betis star calls out ‘unfair refereeing’ in defeat to Barcelona
Real Betis star Héctor Bellerín has turned heads across the Spanish football landscape late on Saturday evening. This comes owing to a round of comments regarding the officiating in his…
- Real Madrid vs. Sevilla injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up the team news, including injuries and predicted lineups, as Real Madrid prepare to take on Sevilla in La Liga on Sunday.
- Referee Bengoetxea’s favourable Barcelona over Real Madrid stats surface after Real Betis clash
A head-turning round of statistics regarding the officiating of referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea in fixtures featuring Spanish football’s two biggest clubs have surfaced on Saturday evening. This…
- Real Madrid fans in fresh ‘Negreira League’ claims after Real Betis wondergoal disallowed vs Barcelona
Supporters of La Liga giants Real Madrid have flooded to social media on Saturday evening. This comes to make clear their collective disillusionment with the officiating in Spanish football’s…