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FRENKIE DE JONG SLAMS IDEA OF BARCELONA USA MATCH

Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong and Ronald Koeman have publicly opposed La Liga's plan to play a match vs Villarreal in Miami, calling it unfair to the competition and not in the players' best interests.

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Frenkie de Jong joined Barcelona from Ajax

La Liga officially announced on Wednesday that Villarreal and Barcelona will play at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, completing a move the league has been eager to make for a number of years.

Although FIFA's final decision is still pending, La Liga has stated that they do not anticipate any opposition, despite the fact that UEFA reluctantly sanctioned the match earlier this week. Despite this, they have nevertheless received criticism.

And Frenkie de Jong, who is probably going to play in the USA match, is among those who are against it. According to MD, he told the media that he strongly opposes the choice to have the game in the US and that he thinks Barcelona, Villarreal, and La Liga made this self-serving choice.

"I disagree with this, and I do not like that we will be playing there. The competition is not treated fairly. It bothers me, and I do not believe it benefits the players. The clubs want to build their brand globally. That is most likely the main focus. Although I am aware of the perspective, I do not share it and would not accept it. We constantly gripe about the excessive journey and the match schedule.

"I disagree with playing a league game in Miami, but the teams will be compensated for this. I am aware that other clubs have different opinions.

Ex-Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman agrees.

During the same press conference, Ronald Koeman, the head coach of the Netherlands and a former Barcelona player, also spoke out and agreed with de Jong.

Nothing about it makes sense. It is absurd. Frenkie explains things clearly. That is unfair. The away matchup between Villarreal and FC Barcelona is always challenging for Barça, and they now play it on neutral territory. In the stands, there are more Barcelona supporters than Villarreal supporters. Thus, it is also unfair.

DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE

Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.

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El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images

Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.

The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.

The disciplinary committee of the RFEF


"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."

Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.

Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.

No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.

ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.

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Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)

According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.

Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.

Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.

Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.

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