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Real Madrid's Pérez Demands Justice in Referee Scandal

12/16/2025

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Florentino Pérez, president of Real Madrid, said the Negreira scandal is serious and criticized authorities for inaction, noting that over €8 million was allegedly paid for referee-related services.
He spoke at Real Madrid's Christmas lunch with the press, criticizing refereeing decisions, especially in the match against Alavés.
Pérez called for media support to pursue transparency and justice, arguing the scandal could have harmed multiple clubs and highlighting Bernabéu renovations.

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Florentino Pérez, president of Real Madrid, said the Negreira scandal is serious and criticized authorities for inaction, noting that over €8 million was allegedly paid for referee-related services.
He spoke at Real Madrid's Christmas lunch with the press, criticizing refereeing decisions, especially in the match against Alavés.
Pérez called for media support to pursue transparency and justice, arguing the scandal could have harmed multiple clubs and highlighting Bernabéu renovations.