The ongoing verbal duel between La Liga president, Javier Tebas, and Real Madrid has taken a fresh turn following remarks made by Los Blancos’ head coach, Carlo Ancelotti. Tebas didn’t mince words when responding to Ancelotti’s assertive comments during a Copa del Rey press conference.
The Real Madrid coach had made pointed remarks about Tebas, stating, “he talks too much about Real Madrid” and accused him of “disrespecting millions of fans.” The Italian’s sharp comments come amidst the escalating tensions between the Spanish football governing body and the Madrid-based club.
In a swift retort, Tebas took to his X account to pen a detailed response. He highlighted the role and responsibility of leaders in shaping the perception of their institutions, emphasizing that this is even more significant in the world of football. He alluded to his comment about Real Madrid being a “whiny club”, attributing this narrative to the club’s leaders.
Tebas took umbrage at the victimist and conspiratorial narrative being propagated, such as “an adulterated competition,” “the bias of all referees is anti-Madrid”, and “they are all against Real Madrid.” He pointed out that such rhetoric not only disrespects the competition but also undermines the clubs that have outperformed Real Madrid on the field, either through outright skill or sheer luck. Tebas stressed that such discourse is disrespectful to millions of football fans.
Long known to be a Real Madrid fan since his childhood, Tebas was quick to express his displeasure at the current narrative being promoted by the club’s management. He lamented that it contradicts the values he had come to associate with the club over the years.
Tebas didn’t hold back when it came to Ancelotti either. His parting shot was a reproach to the Real Madrid coach for allowing himself to be used in this battle of words. He expressed disappointment, referencing Ancelotti’s vast experience in the field.
As the war of words between Tebas and Real Madrid rages on, the world of football watches with bated breath for the next move from either side. The discourse, filled with accusations and counter-accusations, offers a glimpse into the underlying tensions within Spanish football.
