La Liga files lawsuit against Camavinga's aggressor in El Clásico

The classic between Barcelona and Real Madrid, played at the Camp Nou this Sunday, October 25, ended with a victory for the whites by 2‑1. The clash was marked by the assault on Eduardo Camavinga, Real’s midfielder, when a Barcelona fan struck him with a flag during the celebration of the second goal.

Assault on Camavinga’s midfield

The assault occurred while Real Madrid’s team was celebrating Kylian Mbappé’s late goal near one of the stadium stands. Camavinga had created the play, advancing against Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi, and delivering the pass for his French compatriot to score. Witnesses saw the fan brandish the flag towards the player, while other objects, such as bottles, were thrown onto the pitch.

Referee Juan Martinez Munuera recorded the disturbances in the official report, noting that a bottle of water and a can of Coca‑Cola were thrown onto the grass, although they did not hit any player. The incident caused a temporary suspension of the match for one minute and twenty seconds, following the protocol established for objects thrown by fans.

La Liga files a complaint to the Committee

La Liga announced that it will submit a complaint to the Spanish Disciplinary Committee because of the assault on Camavinga. The initiative was confirmed by the newspaper, which highlighted the need to punish any acts of violence in Spanish football. The league reiterated its commitment to combat intolerance and ensure the safety of athletes.

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Aurelien Tchouameni intervened immediately, helping to remove Camavinga and his teammates from the confrontation zone, while tension between players and fans increased.

Impact of the victory and possible sanctions

The 2‑1 victory gave Real Madrid the end of Barcelona’s nine‑match winning streak, strengthening José Mourinho’s position in the title race. The result also puts Barcelona under potential sanction, should the Committee decide to hold the club responsible for the actions of its supporters. La Liga’s investigation will determine whether penalties will be imposed on the Catalan club.

The case underscores the growing concern over violence in Spanish stands and the league’s determination to apply strict measures against behaviours that threaten players’ integrity.