Tonight’s El Clásico is undoubtedly one of the most controversial clashes between Real Madrid and Barcelona, and many consider it the most tense in recent decades.

While the battle for the Copa del Rey trophy was already intense, a bizarre press conference held by referees last night and Real Madrid’s furious response have pushed tensions to the limit.

The referees, angered by a Real Madrid TV program, accused the club of trying to intimidate them. They tearfully claimed their families had been threatened.

Florentino Pérez and Real Madrid initially refused to play, alleging referee bias. Although they later reversed their decision, the controversy has fueled fan unrest. Spanish authorities fear violent clashes in Seville.

Footage near the stadium confirms these concerns, showing Barcelona fans burning Real Madrid jerseys while Madrid fans retaliate by destroying Barça shirts. The situation is so volatile that even a small spark could escalate into full-blown violence.