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War of Words in Spain! La Liga Chief Slams Real Madrid: They Live in a Different Universe

La Liga president Javier Tebas on Tuesday sharply criticized Real Madrid's claims of a refereeing "conspiracy" following their 2-1 defeat in Sunday's city derby at Atletico's stadium.
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Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho brought two printed screenshots of Atletico players' tackles to the post-match press conference, claiming they should have resulted in red cards. Tebas subsequently reacted on social media to an article supporting Real Madrid with a lengthy post, refuting claims of a "conspiracy" against the 15-time Champions League winners.

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"Here we go again. The regime's mouthpieces and television are peddling the same old narrative – a permanent conspiracy. This article goes even further, claiming that referees are harming 'the business that feeds them.' What exactly is being demanded here? Decisions based on revenue, viewership, or club crest?

This is how some understand competitive equality. Real Madrid is crucial for La Liga. However, to claim that 'La Liga has no value without them' reveals contempt for other clubs, their fans, and their history. The competition belongs to no one," stated Tebas, according to AFP, who frequently clashes with Real Madrid and its outspoken president, Florentino Perez.

Mourinho's squad has had a shaky start to the season and already trails defending champions and current leaders FC Barcelona by six points in the La Liga standings. "To claim that referees are biased against Real Madrid is to live in an entirely different universe.

Such claims serve as an excuse to cover up other shortcomings that are clearly visible in the early matches of the season. It's easier to point to a conspiracy than to explain what's happening on the pitch," Tebas added.

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