Relationship with Real broken: Barça chief reveals explosive details | OneFootball

Tonight is the big showdown. FC Barcelona faces Real Madrid in the final of the Spanish Supercopa. While the two top clubs have always been fierce rivals on the pitch, it seems there is also plenty of trouble off the field. 

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"Relations with Real Madrid are bad, they are broken," said Barça president Joan Laporta to 'Marca'. The reason is the Negreira scandal, in which the former vice president of the Spanish referees' committee is accused of having received over seven million euros from the Catalans. 

While Real president Perez spoke of "the biggest scandal in the history of world football," the officials at FC Barcelona denied the bribery allegations. 

Given the fierce and long-standing rivalry between the top clubs, including this case, it’s hardly surprising that tempers are flaring. Nevertheless, Laporta insists on respect between the clubs. "That doesn't mean there is no respect between us. Like everything in life, it’s still possible, but it depends on those involved," said the Barça boss. 

It remains to be seen how the clash between the clubs will unfold tonight. The final kicks off at 20:00. 

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