Real Madrid Official: Referee's Pre-Match Statement Unacceptable, Hope RFEF Takes Action

April 26 — Real Madrid has released an official statement regarding the controversy surrounding the referee ahead of the Copa del Rey final.

Statement Content:
Real Madrid Football Club believes that the main referee responsible for the Copa del Rey final scheduled for April 26, 2025, made an unacceptable public statement today.

In his statement, he unexpectedly focused on the video released by Real Madrid TV, a media outlet protected by freedom of speech, just 24 hours before the final, which highlighted the teams participating in the match. This again illustrates the evident hostility and antagonistic attitude that these referees have towards Real Madrid.

Even more shocking is the referees’ use of a threatening tone in their statement, suggesting their unity and announcing their so-called measures or actions. This stands in stark contrast to the principles of fairness, objectivity, and justice, which should dominate a football event attracting millions of viewers worldwide.

Given the seriousness of the situation, Real Madrid hopes that the heads of the Royal Spanish Football Federation and the refereeing body will take appropriate measures to defend the reputation of the institutions they represent.