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Real submit 'substantial' dossier in Barca payments case

Real Madrid have sent Uefa "evidence of extraordinary gravity" relating to payments made by Barcelona to a former vice-president of Spain's referees' committee.

Real submit 'substantial' dossier in Barca payments case

Rafael Louzan, president of the RFEF, recently declared his desire for Spain to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final, with the option of either Barcelona's Camp Nou or Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu. The 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, along with Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, marking the centenary of the tournament.

Morocco's Hassan II Stadium in Casablanca is currently the leading contender, alongside Spain's Camp Nou and Bernabeu. Louzan affirmed that the RFEF will strive to host the final in one of these two renowned stadiums, given Spain's significant role in the world of football. He emphasized that the 2030 World Cup, beginning in Spain and Portugal, will culminate in Spain, as part of the centenary celebrations.

Louzan also stated that the organization aims to complete all 11 stadiums, including the nine primary ones and the two adjacent ones, to ensure the best World Cup history is hosted. Regarding the final decision, Louzan clarified that it is not up to him, as it will depend on the votes of the 211 countries with voting rights. The FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, has submitted his candidacy, and the RFEF will await further developments.

Louzan also addressed the Manchester City and Negreira cases, expressing that there's no need to speculate and that he has enough on his plate currently. He called for the Spanish justice system to swiftly resolve the Negreira case, asserting that it's crucial to put an end to the ongoing interpretations.

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