Real Madrid Will Not Give Barcelona Guard of Honour If La Liga Decided Before El Clásico Due to 'Negreira Case' - Elbotola
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Real Madrid Will Not Give Barcelona Guard of Honour If La Liga Decided Before El Clásico Due to 'Negreira Case'

Real Madrid Will Not Give Barcelona Guard of Honour If La Liga Decided Before El Clásico Due to 'Negreira Case'

T.E (Elbotola)
25 April 2026at13:28

The program "El Chiringuito" has revealed Real Madrid's stance on giving Barcelona a guard of honour in the upcoming Clásico, should the Catalan club secure the Spanish league title beforehand.

The same source confirmed that the Royal club has taken an official and definitive stance, refusing to perform a guard of honour for its traditional rival, Barcelona, due to what is known as the "Negreira case."

Real Madrid believes it is inappropriate to "recognize" Barcelona as Spanish league champions while the "Negreira case" remains ongoing in the courts without any judgment having been issued.

"El Chiringuito" also indicated that the strained relations between the two clubs in recent months have further influenced Real Madrid's position on performing a guard of honour, should Barcelona clinch the La Liga title before the Clásico.

Barcelona is scheduled to host Real Madrid at Spotify Camp Nou on Sunday, May 10th, with kick-off at 20:00 GMT+1.

What is Real Madrid's stance on giving Barcelona a guard of honour?

Real Madrid has taken an official and definitive stance, refusing to perform a guard of honour for Barcelona if they secure the Spanish league title before the upcoming Clásico. This decision stems from the ongoing "Negreira case."

Why is Real Madrid refusing to give Barcelona a guard of honour?

Real Madrid believes it is inappropriate to recognize Barcelona as Spanish league champions while the "Negreira case" remains ongoing in the courts without a judgment. Strained relations between the clubs in recent months also influenced their position.

How might this decision impact future relations between Real Madrid and Barcelona?

Real Madrid's definitive refusal to perform a guard of honour highlights the severely strained relations between the two clubs, which have worsened in recent months. This stance could further escalate tensions ahead of their upcoming match.
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