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Laporta criticizes Madrid during Barcelona presidency event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 1:01 PM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Laporta criticizes Madrid during Barcelona presidency event

Summary

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta made critical remarks about Real Madrid during his reappointment ceremony on July 1, 2026. Although he did not refer to Real Madrid by name, his comments appeared to respond to Florentino Pérez’s recent press conference regarding the club's election process. Laporta emphasized Barcelona's competitive spirit and commitment to defending the club against outside attacks. This exchange highlights the ongoing tension between the two clubs, which had briefly cooperated on a Superleague initiative prior to this renewed conflict.

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By the Numbers

•Laporta spoke on July 1, 2026 during his presidency event.
•He criticized Madrid indirectly, referencing Pérez's press conference.
•Laporta pledged to defend Barcelona against any challenges.
•The relationship between the two clubs has turned contentious again.

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1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Laporta attacks Real Madrid: “In other circles they’re holding these ridiculous press conferences”

What they're saying

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FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta attacked Real Madrid during the event where he officially took possession of Barça’s presidency for another term. “Out in other circles, they’re super on edge, holding these ridiculous press conferences, and they ain’t got their compass set straight. They’re basically just doing a déjà vu… But we got a more […]
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