‘We are willing to be bold’ – La Liga U.S. chief backs controversial Barcelona-Villarreal match in Miami for success, despite criticism

Nicolas Garcia Hemme, LALIGA North America Managing Director, backed the Spanish top flight’s controversial Miami-based fixture for success, despite criticism over its scheduling. The executive admitted that the December game could ruffle some feathers, but claimed that it is a crucial way for Spanish football to differentiate itself in the U.S.