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Real Madrid have called a board meeting for Sunday to discuss alleged attempts by arch rivals Barcelona to influence referees, the European and Spanish ...

Register for free to Reuters and know the full story [filed a complaint on Friday](/lifestyle/sports/prosecutors-sue-barcelona-allegedly-buying-refereeing-favours-2023-03-10/) against Barcelona and two of the LaLiga club's former presidents over alleged payments to a company owned by a senior refereeing official to influence match results. MADRID, March 11 (Reuters) - Real Madrid have called a board meeting for Sunday to discuss alleged attempts by arch rivals Barcelona to influence referees, the European and Spanish soccer champions said on Saturday.

Real Madrid have announced that they will hold an urgent board meeting as they plan their response to the corruption charges affecting Barcelona.

[The Catalan club and former presidents Sandro Rosell and Josep María Bartomeu have been officially denounced by prosecutors as the investigation into the Negreira case became official](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/official-prosecutors-barcelona-corruption-referee-payments-saga/bltee870cb19ef91612). THE BIGGER PICTURE: This is the first time that Los Blancos have addressed the corruption allegations publicly, with Barca's Clasico rivals clearly irked by the 'Negreira case'. [Barcelona officially charged in referee payment scandal](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/official-prosecutors-barcelona-corruption-referee-payments-saga/bltee870cb19ef91612)

Goals from Vinícius Júnior, Éder Militão and Marco Asensio gave Real Madrid a 3-1 win over Espanyol in La Liga, who took an early lead through Joselu.

Bayern Munich bounced back from a goal down and struck four first-half goals against Augsburg en route to a 5-3 victory in the Bavarian derby . Asensio smashed in a third in added-time to wrap up the win for Real, who had dropped points in draws against Atlético Madrid and Real Betis in their last two league games. Rrahmani then doubled Napoli’s lead in the 77th minute with a towering header from a corner. Real continued to press after the break and Rodrygo almost scored their third with a free kick that cannoned off the crossbar in the 75th minute. Napoli, who suffered only their second league defeat last week at home to Lazio, were made to wait until the hour mark to go in front. Real stepped up the pressure as they sought a leveller with Eduardo Camavinga getting a shot on target, before Vinícius Júnior showed his individual skill in the 22nd minute to cut into the box, beat two defenders and rifle in.

BARCELONA, Spain — Vinícius Júnior sparked Real Madrid's 3-1 comeback over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Saturday, keeping Barcelona within reach in the ...

But a quick change of direction toward the center opened up just enough of a window for him to thread a shot between four defenders before it hit the post and found the net. “We gave it all we had, but Real Madrid shows no mercy.” Espanyol’s José Gragera tackled Aurélien Tchouaméni in midfield to start the counterattack. It was a game we had to win at any cost,” Ancelotti said. “They had a great start, but we were able to come back and take control. Karim Benzema missed the game as he rested to recover from an ankle problem.

Real Madrid warmed-up for a week that sees them face Liverpool and Barcelona with victory over Espanyol on Saturday, as Vinicius Junior again showed why he ...

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Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, who held the role between 1994 and 2018, is also facing charges of corruption in a case brought by the Spanish public prosecutor's ...

A club statement read: “Given the seriousness of the accusations made by the Barcelona Prosecutor’s Office against FC Barcelona and two of its presidents for well-founded suspicions of corruption and their relations with whoever was the vice president of the Technical Committee of Referees, José María Enríquez Negreira, the president has convened urgently to the Board of Directors tomorrow, Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 12:00 p.m., in order to decide on the actions that Real Madrid deems appropriate in relation to this matter.” However, given the “seriousness of accusations” against Barcelona and the confirmation of charges, Florentino Perez has called a meeting this weekend to discuss his club’s options going forward. “We must respect the times of justice and now we must wait for the conclusion of the investigations of the prosecutor’s office,” director of institutional relations, Emilio Butragueno said after the draw with Atletico Madrid.

Joselu Mato put Espanyol ahead at the Santiago Bernabeu in the eighth minute. But Vinícius equalized in the 22nd before Éder Militão headed Madrid in front for ...

But a quick change of direction toward the center opened up just enough of a window for him to thread a shot between four defenders before it hit the post and found the net. “We gave it all we had, but Real Madrid shows no mercy.” Espanyol’s José Gragera tackled Aurélien Tchouaméni in midfield to start the counterattack. It was a game we had to win at any cost,” Ancelotti said. Joselu Mato put Espanyol ahead at the Santiago Bernabeu in the eighth minute. “They had a great start, but we were able to come back and take control.

The prematch talk was about Madrid netting only one goal in their last three matches. But even without Benzema, they regained their scoring touch.

He's in impressive company; only [Lionel Messi](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/45843/Lionel-Messi) and [Luis Suarez](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/125088/Luis-Suárez) are ahead of him on that list since 2010. At left-back, the unavailability of [Ferland Mendy](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/217475/Ferland-Mendy) and [David Alaba](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/118444/David-Alaba) -- both expected back soon -- saw [Eduardo Camavinga](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/285150/Eduardo-Camavinga) once again picked out of position. [Celta Vigo](/soccer/team?id=85) travel to Catalonia to face Espanyol next Saturday ( [stream LIVE at 1:30 p,m. Then it's the second of three Clasicos in a matter of weeks as Madrid travel to face LaLiga leaders Barcelona on Sunday, March 19 ( [Antonio Rudiger](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/169438/Antonio-Rüdiger) hasn't always convinced. [Rodrygo Goes](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/267804/Rodrygo) went close twice as Madrid pushed for a second, before [Eder Militao](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/228402/eder-militao) headed [Aurelien Tchouameni](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/265919/Aurélien-Tchouaméni)'s cross in off the bar to put the home side ahead before half-time. He was at fault for Espanyol's opener, unable to deal with [Ruben Sanchez](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/319781/Rubén-Sánchez)'s cross for Joselu. He was rested here, with the experienced [Nacho](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/157710/Nacho) coming in as reward for his recent performances at full-back. [Dani Carvajal](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/168531/Dani-Carvajal) starts at right-back when available, but offers much less cutting edge than in the past. 25 -- with last weekend's 0-0 draw at [Real Betis](/soccer/team?id=244) conceding more ground in the title race. [Joselu](http://espnfc.com/player/_/id/134939/Joselu) gave the visitors a surprise lead in the eighth minute but [Vinicius Junior](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/252107/vinicius-junior) quickly brought Madrid level, cutting inside to curl a shot into the bottom corner. [Atletico Madrid](/soccer/team?id=1068) on Feb.

Gabriel Deck's current deal ends in 2024, but reportedly several clubs have shown interest in Real Madrid's forward. By Eurohoops team/ [email protected].

Oklahoma did not play the last three and Deck, who paid Real Madrid two million of his release clause, returned to the Blancos on January 19, 2022. [Real Madrid](https://www.eurohoops.net/basket/real-madrid/?lang=en&lang=en) on April 12, 2021, after two and a half seasons with the team, where he was one of the lowest-paid players, and made a leap to the NBA with the [Oklahoma City Thunder](https://www.eurohoops.net/basket/oklahoma-city-thunder/?lang=en&lang=en). The player reportedly wants to continue with the club, as long as his status is recognized on his payroll, and Madrid wants him to stay, but not at any price. [Valencia](https://www.eurohoops.net/basket/valencia/?lang=en&lang=en), [ after which he shared the MVP of the Round 28 award with Monaco’s Chima Moneke](https://www.eurohoops.net/en/euroleague/1474168/gabriel-deck-chima-moneke-round-28-euroleague-mvp/). As Marca adds, not so much about the duration of the new contract, which would be multi-year, as for the fees which Argentinian would receive, as he wants to be recognized for what he is – one of the best forwards in Europe. [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) [Real Madrid](https://www.eurohoops.net/basket/real-madrid/?lang=en&lang=en) is negotiating a contract renewal with Gabriel Deck, who’s current deal expires in 2024, as [Marca](https://www.marca.com/baloncesto/acb/2023/03/11/640ca187268e3e96058b45de.html) reports.

Carlo Ancelotti is only the 3rd manager in Real Madrid history to record 100 wins in La Liga. Ancelotti won his 100th league game as Real boss 3-1 vs ...

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Vinícius Júnior sparked Real Madrid's 3-1 comeback over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Saturday, keeping Barcelona within reach ...

But a quick change of direction toward the center opened up just enough of a window for him to thread a shot between four defenders before it hit the post and found the net. Espanyol, which was left in 13th place, took the lead when Joselu scored with a fine touch of his left boot. “We gave it all we had, but Real Madrid shows no mercy.” “It was a game we had to win at any cost,” Ancelotti said. But Vinícius equalized in the 22nd and Éder Militão headed Madrid in front for good minutes before halftime. Karim Benzema missed the game as he rested to recover from an ankle problem.

The win over Espanyol at the Santiago Bernabéu was Carlo Ancelotti's 100th LaLiga victory in the Real Madrid dugout. Our coach reaches the milestone having ...

The win over Espanyol at the Santiago Bernabéu was Carlo Ancelotti's 100th LaLiga victory in the Real Madrid dugout. Ancelotti is the third coach ever to reach 100 league wins with Real Madrid. Video.Ancelotti clinches his 100th LaLiga win with Real Madrid

He boasts a spectacular trophy haul with the madridistas, including: 4 Champions Leagues, 5 Club World Cups, 4 European Super Cups, 3 LaLiga titles, and 3 ...

In the clash with Espanyol at the Santiago Bernabéu, Toni Kroos made his 400th appearance in Real Madrid colours. Kroos is the leading German appearance-maker in Real Madrid history. The midfielder has won 255 games for our club, scoring 27 goals.

Vinicius Junior has sparked Real Madrid to a 3-1 comeback win over Espanyol in the Spanish league, keeping leaders Barcelona within reach before the rivals meet next weekend. Joselu Mato put Espanyol ahead at the Santiago Bernabeu in the eighth minute.

But a quick change of direction opened up just enough space to thread a shot between four defenders and in off the post. Iago Aspas scored his 10th and 11th league goals to lead Celta Vigo to 3-0 over Rayo Vallecano. "We gave it all we had, but Real Madrid shows no mercy." "It was a game we had to win at any cost," Ancelotti said. Before the game, Ancelotti said he expected his striker to be ready to face Liverpool in the Champions League on Wednesday. Madrid hold a 5-2 advantage from the first leg of the round of 16.

Substitute Marco Asensio added a third goal in stoppage time as Madrid ended a three-game winless run between the league and the Copa del Rey. Carlo Ancelotti's ...

But a quick change of direction toward the center opened up just enough of a window for him to thread a shot between four defenders before it hit the post and found the net. Espanyol, which was left in 13th place, took the lead when Joselu scored with a fine touch of his left boot. “We gave it all we had, but Real Madrid shows no mercy.” “It was a game we had to win at any cost,” Ancelotti said. But Vinícius equalized in the 22nd and Éder Militão headed Madrid in front for good minutes before halftime. Karim Benzema missed the game as he rested to recover from an ankle problem.

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Vinícius Júnior sparked Real Madrid's 3-1 comeback over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Saturday, keeping Barcelona within reach ...

Karim Benzema missed the game as he rested to recover from an ankle problem. Joselu Mato put Espanyol ahead at the Santiago Bernabeu in the eighth minute. But Vinícius equalized in the 22nd before Éder Militão headed Madrid in front for good in the 39th.

Vinicius Junior, Eder Militao and Marco Asensio made strikes as Real Madrid fought back after conceding an early goal to beat Espanyol 3-1 at Santiago ...

Asensio wrapped up the win for Madrid in the added time as he produced a superb finish with his left foot after a brilliant sprint from Nacho. Madrid made a forceful response to the poor start as Eduardo Camavinga had a shot on target before Vincus stepped up with his masterful skills to pierce into the box, evading two defenders and firing in the leveller in the 22nd minute. Madrid kept the pressure on the opponents after the break with Rodrygo nearly scoring on a free kick but the ball deflected off the crossbar.

Real Madrid will join the complaint filed on Friday by Spanish prosecutors against Barcelona and two of the LaLiga club's ex-presidents over alleged ...

Register for free to Reuters and know the full story Prosecutors allege that under a secret agreement and "in exchange for money", Negreira favoured Barcelona "in the decisions taken by referees in the games played by the club, as well as in the results of the competitions". [complaint filed on Friday](/lifestyle/sports/prosecutors-sue-barcelona-allegedly-buying-refereeing-favours-2023-03-10/) by Spanish prosecutors against Barcelona and two of the LaLiga club's ex-presidents over [alleged payments](/lifestyle/sports/spanish-prosecutors-probe-barcelonas-payments-former-refereeing-official-2023-02-16/) to a company owned by a senior refereeing official to influence match results, the club said on Sunday.

In their meeting held today, the Real Madrid C. F. Board of Directors have inspected the serious accusations brought by the Barcelona Prosecution Service ...

Real Madrid wishes to express its utmost concern regarding the gravity of the facts and reiterates its confidence in the legal system. In their meeting held today, the Real Madrid C. Barcelona, two of its former presidents, Josep María Bartomeu and Sandro Rosell, and executives Albert Soler and Óscar Grau, on the basis of alleged offenses of corruption in sports, among others, all related to the relationship the club maintained with the former Vice-President of the Technical Referees' Committee (CTA), José María Enríquez Negreira.

The decision came two days after prosecutors formally accused Barcelona of alleged corruption in sports, fraudulent management and falsification of mercantile ...

Prosecutors said in court documents seen by The Associated Press that the payments by the club added up to 7.3 million euros ($7.7 million) from 2001-18. “The club has agreed that, in defense of its legitimate rights, it will appear at the trial when the judge opens it up to the affected parties.” Barcelona has been under scrutiny since the payments to the committee official became public last month.

Real Madrid will join the complaint filed on Friday by Spanish prosecutors against Barcelona, the club said on Sunday.

"Barca are innocent of what we are accused of and the victims of a campaign against us in which everyone is now involved. We will defend Barca and prove the club's innocence. "Barca fans, relax," Laporta said.

The decision came two days after prosecutors formally accused Barcelona of alleged corruption in sports, fraudulent management and falsification of mercantile ...

Prosecutors said in court documents seen by The Associated Press that the payments by the club added up to 7.3 million euros ($7.7 million) from 2001-18. “The club has agreed that, in defense of its legitimate rights, it will appear at the trial when the judge opens it up to the affected parties.” Barcelona has been under scrutiny since the payments to the committee official became public last month.

Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, who held the role between 1994 and 2018, is also facing charges of corruption in a case brought by the Spanish public prosecutor's ...

He posted on Twitter: “Barca is innocent and the victim of a campaign against its honour in which everyone is now involved. A statement after read: “Real Madrid wishes to express its utmost concern regarding the gravity of the facts and reiterates its confidence in the legal system. Given the “seriousness of accusations” against Barcelona and the confirmation of charges, Madrid president

Real Madrid has decided to get involved in the Negreira case if the complaint from the Prosecutor's Office is admitted for processing.

In addition, the evaluation of the referees, which the defendant participated directly in the promotions and demotions of category of such, as well as the proposal of candidates for international destinations.” However, the penal code opens the door to sanctions of loss of category or the entity’s dissolution in extreme or severe cases. The decision was made due to the seriousness of the facts after the formal complaint by the Prosecutor’s Office, which sees clear indications that “actions were carried out to favor the FCB in the decision-making of the referees in the matches played by the club, and thus in the results of the competitions.’ Los Blancos had preferred to stay on the sidelines to let the Prosecutor’s office act. According to the Prosecutor’s complaint Barcelona through its former presidents Sandro Rosell and Josep Maria Bartomeu, reached a “strictly confidential verbal agreement” with Enríquez Negreira “so that, in his capacity as Vice President of the CTA and in exchange for money , carry out actions tending to favor the FCB in the decision-making of the referees in the matches played by the club and thus in the results of the competitions. Both former presidents are also charged with the crime of business fraud and, in the matter of Bartomeu, with a third crime of falsifying a commercial document. Real Madrid made the decision, after the emergency meeting of its Board of Directors this Sunday morning, to ask to appear in person in the trial that can be opened against Barcelona in the Negreira case, which is being handled in the Court of Instruction number 1 of the city after the complaint by the Prosecutor’s Office.