LaLiga chief Javier Tebas faces tribunal after drawing comparison between Real Madrid and Nazi propaganda

Spain's sports tribunal has been handed a referral by the National Sports Council over remarks made by LaLiga president Javier Tebas. The comparison Tebas drew between Real Madrid's communication strategy and Nazi propaganda has come under scrutiny by the tribunal. The tribunal will determine if Tebas' comments breached rules protecting sporting dignity and decorum.

Sanctions can range from warnings to fines, up to suspension. In response, Real Madrid accused Tebas of lacking neutrality, respect, and impartiality. Tebas has maintained that his comparison was not about ideology but about the club's propaganda techniques. He has reiterated his stance on social media, emphasizing the need to respond to those questioning LaLiga's integrity.