The football league in San Gimignano, LaLiga, announced that the decision was made to cancel the official LaLiga match that was supposed to be played in Miami due to the fierce criticism that has arisen in Spain in recent weeks.
The Spanish championship match between Barcelona and Villarreal was supposed to take place on December 20 in Miami at the Hard Rock Stadium.
The press release expresses regret that the project, which represented a “historic and unique opportunity for the international expansion of Spanish football”, will not be able to be realized.
Holding an official match outside our borders would be an important step in the global development of the competitionstrengthening the international presence of clubs, positioning players and increasing the visibility of Spanish football in the strategically important market of the United Statesaccording to LaLiga.
It is also emphasized that the project was completely in accordance with regulations and that it would not affect the integrity of the competition, which was also confirmed by the competent institutions, although they were “opposed for other reasons”.
In an increasingly competitive global environment, where leagues like the Premier League and competitions like the Champions League are constantly expanding their reach and ability to generate revenue, initiatives like this they are key to the sustainability and growth of Spanish football. Rejecting such opportunities limits the ability of clubs to invest and compete and reduces the international recognition of Spanish football.it is stated in the press release.
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