La Liga president Javier Tebas, during the presentation of the financial report for the 2023-24 season, addressed various issues, including recent criticisms from coaches about match scheduling. Tebas specifically targeted Hansi Flick’s sharp remarks and also commented on the Dani Olmo case and Barcelona.

Flick was unhappy with the scheduling of the match against Real Valladolid before the Inter game, arguing that his team should not play at 21:00 as it leaves little time to prepare for the Champions League semi-final.

Tebas on La Liga’s scheduling: “Our door is always open to explain match scheduling policies. We manage a competition involving 42 clubs, not just one or a few. While fixture congestion increases player fatigue, the five-substitution rule was introduced post-COVID for this reason. I must remind Flick, who attacked me harshly, that if he has complaints, he should ask UEFA why they don’t schedule Champions League semi-finals on separate days. Why is La Liga always blamed? We’ve had 10 different kickoff slots for 10 years.”

“We defend our competitions. There are 20 teams in the first division and 22 in the second. We must have fixtures that work best for everyone. UEFA organizes other competitions. We are ready to explain all details about scheduling.”

On transfer market spending: “Money is wasted elsewhere. Reports show we are Europe’s most efficient league in financial investment and sporting performance. Many leagues invest heavily but their real market value is much lower. For example, Antony, who cost €100M, is now back on loan. We must focus on financial and sporting returns.”

“The best investments happen here. Of the 25 players in the Euro-winning squad, 22 played in La Liga. The same goes for the Olympics. Now, three Spanish teams are in European semi-finals. Long-term performance shows Spain’s optimal investment-to-results ratio. Just because the Premier League invests €2B with an €800M deficit doesn’t make them better managers. Constantly spending your own money doesn’t make you a better manager. Our goal is financial sustainability.”

On Barcelona’s financial situation: “Barcelona’s case is unique due to COVID losses. Player wages remained high while revenue dropped by €300M, forcing them to cover the gap.”

Tebas concluded sarcastically: “The recent CSD ruling is a legal masterpiece. The decision isn’t just about La Liga and the federation lacking authority—there’s a new twist: Dani Olmo and Pau Victor’s licenses were never revoked. According to CSD, Di Stefano still has a license to play for Real Madrid!”