The Disciplinary Committee of the RFEF investigates controversial videos of Real Madrid
The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal Spanish Football Federation has launched an investigation into controversial videos broadcast by Real Madrid TV. This action has been taken after the presentation of a complaint by Sevilla FC, which has generated a second file after the first complaint was dismissed for lack of adequate argumentation.
Sevilla FC’s complaint and Real Madrid’s response
Sevilla FC have filed a complaint with the RFEF Disciplinary Committee following the release of Real Madrid TV videos about referees Isidro Díaz de Mera and Pablo González Fuertes. In response, Real Madrid have defended these videos as an exercise in freedom of expression, arguing that they are an expression of opinion, as stated by coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Possible sanctions and procedure
An investigating judge will be appointed for this case and will have to communicate his decision within a month. In addition, the Professional Football League has the option to participate in this cause. Article 106 of the RFEF Disciplinary Code establishes sanctions for statements that question the honesty and impartiality of referees, with financial fines and match suspensions.
Reactions and continuity of the videos
Despite the criticism received, Real Madrid TV has continued to publish these videos, which have generated controversy and have been the subject of criticism from several clubs, such as Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona, who consider that these videos can condition the referees’ work in the parties
