Barcelona Responds to Real Madrid President: His Statements Are “Pathetic and Full of Lies”
New Escalation Between Barcelona and Real Madrid
Tensions have escalated once again between Barcelona and Real Madrid after Rafa Yuste, Barcelona’s vice president, responded sharply to recent comments made by Florentino Pérez, who accused the Catalan club of benefiting from Spanish refereeing.
Pérez’s Statements Spark Controversy
Refereeing Accusations
Florentino Pérez stirred widespread debate after referencing the “Negreira case,” claiming that Real Madrid had suffered from unfair refereeing decisions over the years.
Criticism of Media
He also criticized Spanish media, suggesting it fails to reflect the true reality of Spanish football.
Barcelona’s Official Response
Possible Legal Action
Rafa Yuste confirmed that Barcelona will not remain silent, noting that the club’s legal department has already begun reviewing the statements to consider appropriate action.
Direct Attack on Pérez
The vice president described Pérez’s remarks as “pathetic and full of lies,” suggesting they are an attempt to divert attention from Real Madrid’s recent struggles.
Negreira Case Returns to Spotlight
Questionable Timing
Yuste stated that bringing up the Negreira case again—especially after Barcelona won two La Liga titles—appears to be an attempt to justify Real Madrid’s sporting issues.
Credit to Players and Academy
He emphasized that Barcelona’s success came from its players and La Masia academy graduates, not external factors.
Rejecting Title Loss Claims
Deserved Achievements
Yuste rejected Pérez’s claims that Real Madrid lost multiple league titles due to refereeing, insisting Barcelona’s titles were fully deserved.
Fan Awareness
He added that Barcelona fans understand the true value of the club’s recent achievements.
Relationship Between the Two Clubs
Institutional Ties Remain
Yuste concluded by stating that official relations between Barcelona and Real Madrid remain intact.
Crossing the Line
However, he stressed that Pérez’s latest comments crossed all acceptable boundaries, requiring a firm response from Barcelona.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Barcelona say about Pérez’s comments?
They described them as “pathetic and full of lies.”
What caused the dispute?
Accusations related to refereeing and the Negreira case.
Will Barcelona take legal action?
The club is currently reviewing the situation legally.
What is Barcelona’s stance on its titles?
They insist their titles were earned fairly.
Are relations between the clubs affected?
Official relations remain despite the media escalation.



