Federación Española

The Federación Española, presumably the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), is in the news for two distinct reasons. First, the organization is under scrutiny for its delayed activation of the anti-racism protocol during a recent friendly match between Spain and Egypt at the RCDE Stadium in Cornellà. Allegations suggest that the racist chants were part of an orchestrated campaign, potentially linked to the far-right, also targeting the Spanish Prime Minister. The Generalitat de Catalunya is investigating the incident. Second, the federation is indirectly relevant due to upcoming matches involving Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona. These matches, including a La Liga game and a double-header in a European competition, are considered crucial for the future of both clubs and their coaches. The outcome of these games could significantly impact the La Liga title race and the clubs' European aspirations, placing the federation, as the governing body, in the backdrop of these high-stakes events.