Tebas responded sharply to these allegations on social media, dismissing the narrative as a familiar tactic often employed by the club. He criticized the suggestion that referees are intentionally harming the league's interests, questioning the logic behind the idea that officiating should be influenced by a club's revenue, badge, or viewership figures rather than the principles of sporting equality.
Tebas Criticizes Real Madrid's Stance
In his rebuttal, the La Liga president emphasized that the competition belongs to all clubs, not just the most prominent ones. He expressed frustration at the implication that the league holds little value without Real Madrid, describing such sentiments as a sign of disrespect toward the history and supporters of other teams within the Spanish top flight.
Tebas further suggested that the focus on officiating is a diversionary tactic. With Real Madrid currently trailing early league leaders Barcelona by six points, he argued that the conspiracy narrative serves as a convenient excuse to deflect attention from the team's inconsistent performances on the pitch during the opening stages of the season.
Real Madrid Issues Formal Response
Real Madrid issued a firm statement on Tuesday in response to the president's comments, labeling his remarks as intolerable. The club accused Tebas of using his institutional position to repeatedly attack and discredit them, arguing that his public interventions are inappropriate for someone in his leadership role.
The club's statement called for a change in leadership within Spanish professional football, asserting that the league requires an official who can manage the competition with neutrality. This latest public dispute arrives during a challenging period for the Santiago Bernabeu side, as Jose Mourinho, who returned to the club in the close-season, works to guide the team toward their first major trophy in two years.
