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Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme targets Barcelona

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 10:35 AM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme targets Barcelona

Summary

Enrique Riquelme, a candidate for the Real Madrid presidency, stated his desire for FC Barcelona to "disappear" during a recent YouTube podcast appearance. Riquelme, who is challenging incumbent Florentino Perez in the upcoming election on June 7, expressed that he would like Barcelona to be relegated to the Second Division. His remarks included criticisms of Perez for perceived past support of Barcelona and references to the Negreira scandal. Riquelme aims to focus on Real Madrid's dominance in Spanish football, emphasizing a need to compete fiercely against their rivals.

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By the Numbers

•Riquelme wants Barcelona relegated and criticizes Perez's approach.
•The presidential election is set for June 7.
•Riquelme claims Perez has improperly supported Barcelona.
•Real Madrid has not won major silverware in two terms.
•Real Madrid aims to reclaim dominance in Spanish football.

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10:35 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid Presidential Candidate Wants FC Barcelona ‘To Disappear’

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Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme said on the popular YouTube podcast the Wild Project that he'd like FC Barcelona to "disappear".
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