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La Liga Sets VillarrealBarcelona for Miami on Dec. 20 After UEFA Approval

UEFA issued a reluctant authorization for a one-off U.S. fixture framed as global outreach.

Overview

  • The Round 17 match will be played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, which holds roughly 65,000 spectators.
  • La Liga says this will be the first time a top-flight Spanish league game is staged outside Europe.
  • Villarreal season-ticket holders are offered free travel to attend or a 30% season-pass discount if they do not go.
  • Ticket registration for pre-sale opens October 21, with general sales starting October 22.
  • Team captains criticized the lack of consultation, and Real Madrid lodged protests with FIFA, UEFA and Spain’s CSD.