Real Madrid and FC Barcelona prepare for El Clásico

Anticipation is building for the upcoming El Clásico between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona on October 25. Real Madrid, currently led by Jose Mourinho, trails the league leaders by six points. This match marks Mourinho’s first appearance in the fixture since his initial tenure with the club from 2010 to 2013.

Discussions regarding officiating have emerged ahead of the match. Reports suggest that Alejandro Hernández Hernández is a potential candidate for the appointment, a prospect viewed by some media outlets as unfavorable for Real Madrid due to his historical record in Clásico matches, where he has overseen three Barcelona wins, two draws, and one Real Madrid victory.

Additionally, scrutiny remains on officiating standards following a recent Madrid derby. While the Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) acknowledged errors in a previous match involving Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid, critics have noted that the sanctions applied to officials were insufficient, particularly regarding VAR involvement.