The Real Madrid board has firmly opposed LaLiga‘s plans to hold league matches in the United States, as long as Javier Tebas and Florentino Pérez remain at their respective helms.
The ongoing tension between LaLiga and Real Madrid has reached a new peak with the club’s categorical refusal to participate in any league matches held in the United States. This decision comes amid plans by LaLiga president Javier Tebas to expand the league’s international footprint by organizing matches overseas, an initiative that has not been well-received at the Santiago Bernabéu.
A Firm Stance from Madrid
The response from the Spanish capital is clear: as long as Tebas presides over LaLiga and Pérez leads Real Madrid, the club will not entertain the idea of playing league games across the Atlantic. This stance was communicated following reports from Edu Piral and Onda Cero, who highlighted the club’s unwavering position against such plans.
The decision is rooted in a broader strategy by Real Madrid to maintain its traditional values and focus on domestic and European competitions. The club’s executives believe that playing matches in the USA could disrupt their competitive rhythm and alienate local fans who are unable to travel for these games.
Real Madrid’s official website remains silent on this issue, but insiders suggest that this move is part of a larger resistance against what they perceive as commercial overreach by LaLiga.
The 2026 Vision
The year 2026 looms large on LaLiga’s calendar, with plans for more frequent international fixtures. However, Real Madrid’s firm opposition suggests that these plans may face significant hurdles. The upcoming match between Villarreal and Barcelona in December 2025 is seen as a test case, but Real Madrid insists it will remain an exception rather than a new norm.
This development raises questions about the future of LaLiga’s global expansion strategy and whether other clubs will follow Real Madrid’s lead. As the debate continues, fans and analysts alike are watching closely to see how this standoff will influence the league’s international ambitions.