Plan to play Barca-Atlético in Miami cancelled
The idea to bring another La Liga match to the US has been scrapped
The Liga match between FC Barcelona and Atlético de Madrid, scheduled for December 22, will not take place in Miami. Despite La Liga’s efforts to host a game in the U.S., the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has reversed its approach and the game will not be allowed to take place, according to the latest reports.
Previously, the RFEF had consulted Spain’s Higher Sports Council (CSD) regarding the game’s relocation from Spain to the United States, with the decision ultimately falling to the RFEF’s interim governing body following Luis Rubiales’ resignation. However, given the current transitional state within the RFEF, they, along with La Liga, have decided against using an international venue, although La Liga still aims to host a game abroad in the future.
La Liga and both teams were thought to be keen on the idea of hosting the game outside of Spain, but given the RFEF’s reversal, the match will take place in Barcelona as first scheduled.
As stated in FIFA’s Article 11 on international matches, the RFEF must notify UEFA of such games, who would need to approve it no later than December 1 in this case. Following UEFA’s authorization, the request would go to CONCACAF and the U.S. Soccer Federation. Although FIFA should be informed, their direct authorization isn’t required if all protocols are followed.
Source: barcablaugranes.com
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