The controversial match will not take place. Earlier this Tuesday, La Liga announced the cancellation of the Villarreal-Barça match scheduled to take place in Miami on December 21st. Following the enormous controversy that has rocked Spain in recent days, with players opposing the match being held in the United States, La Liga reversed its decision and the match will be played in Villarreal. In a statement, Barça expressed regret at the cancellation of the match on American soil.
" FC Barcelona respects the decision to cancel the match against Villarreal in Miami for the 17th day of La Liga, just as it respected and committed at the time to playing it. FC Barcelona regrets the missed opportunity to develop the competition's image in a strategic market, a source of growth and a generator of resources for the benefit of all. The club appreciates the support and unconditional affection of its fans in the United States and deeply regrets that they will not be able to attend this official match in their country ," the Spanish champion stated on its website , which sees several million euros disappear in the process.
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