12 February 2016

'Real is afraid of Barcelona's triumph at Bernabeu'

Former Barcelona president Joan Gaspart believes that Real Madrid is refusing to host the Copa del Rey final, because they are afraid of Catalans' celebrations. Barcelona are going to face Sevilla in the final 21 May, and as every year, Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu is in the competition hosting this event. Like last year, Barcelona are seeking to play just on the ground at Bernabeu which Real constantly refuses. For the 'Esports Cope' website ex-president Gaspart have only sharp words for their hot rivals, by saying 'Real Madrid are afraid that Barca will lift the Copa (at the Bernabeu) and if that is the reason they should say it'. 'Florentino, if you do not want Barca to play the final there, have the guts to say it publicly' he added. On the other hand, Sevilla's coach Unai Emery said that definitely he do not want to play this game at Barcelona's ground, as it is already booked for a Bruce Springsteen concert on 21 May. He 'hopes that it will not be Nou Camp, I would even prefer to play it in China. Thus, Emery will play 'where Sevilla fans are most comfortable'.
The final game is usually played on a neutral ground but in recent years Real Madrid is refusing to offer their stadium. According to 'Mundo Deportivo' the final decision on the venue will be expected to be known next week.

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