Laporta comments on the possibility of a farewell match for Messi

Lionel Messi left Barcelona in the summer of 2021 without being granted a farewell match, and Joan Laporta has now been asked about the situation.

Details: The Barcelona presidential candidate addressed the topic surrounding Messi, stating that the Argentine icon deserves both a statue and a testimonial match.

Quote: “He deserves a statue and a tribute match… Now he is under contract,” Laporta said.

Meanwhile, the Spanish refereeing committee has decided to suspend the VAR official who failed to award a foul on Jules Koundé. In addition, the referee involved in the match between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad was also suspended after awarding a penalty for what was deemed a simulation by Vinícius Júnior.

Reminder: The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona remains intense not only on the pitch but off it as well. Once again, debate over refereeing standards has reignited.