How LaLiga hosted ElClásico viewing party for football lovers in Lagos

The event which was held at Sea Lounge in Lekki had fans, journalists, celebrities, members of the diplomatic corps, and ex-Nigerian midfielder and LaLiga Ambassador, Mutiu Adepoju in attendance. 

 Speaking at the event, the LaLiga Global Network Delegate for Ghana and Nigeria, Desmond Chiji expressed the importance of Nigeria to LaLiga.

'‘Nigeria has a very valuable place in the LaLiga ecosystem, which is why we always organize these types of events here to bring the league closer to our fans here."

"The interest we have received has exceeded our expectations. We would like to thank football fans, participants, media organizations, and members of the media for this achievement."

"As LaLiga, we will continue to strengthen our bond with football fans in the coming period."

The well-organised event was supported by the Spanish Consulate, Big Cola and  Supersport.

Guests at the event were treated to private viewing of El Clásico which saw Real Madrid thrash Barcelona 3-1, in what was Xavi Hernadez’s 50th game in charge of the Catalan giants. 

Los Blancos win was built on a dominant first-half display which saw them go into the break with a 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Karim Benzema and Fede Valverde.

It was more of the same in the second half but Barcelona did get back into the game with seven minutes to play when Ferran Torres pulled a goal back for Barcelona.

That goal ensured a frantic end to the game but whatever hopes Barca had of getting at least a share of the spoils evaporated when super-sub Rodrygo came off the bench to seal the win with a late penalty.