Real Madrid Seeks Schedule Change from La Liga to Accommodate Taylor Swift Concert at Santiago Bernabeu
Real Madrid’s bid to adjust their La Liga fixture list has stirred discussions as the club prepares for the upcoming concert of Taylor Swift at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on May 30, 2024.
Taylor Swift to Perform at Santiago Bernabeu
The Spanish giants have formally petitioned La Liga to reschedule their final league match against Real Betis from Sunday, May 24 to Saturday, May 23. The rationale behind this request is to facilitate preparations for the highly anticipated Taylor Swift event, set to take place a week later.
Guillermo Rai, reporting for The Athletic, revealed Real Madrid’s plea for the scheduling adjustment, highlighting the importance of adequate time to prepare the stadium for the international pop star’s performance.
However, obstacles loom over the proposed change, as Real Madrid, currently leading the La Liga standings, may find themselves needing to play their last fixture on the same day as second-place Girona, scheduled for May 25.
This clash could potentially disrupt the league’s tradition of concluding all matches concurrently to ensure fairness and competition integrity.
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Eras Tour’ is set to make waves across Europe, with the artist slated to perform at esteemed football venues including Lyon, Benfica, Liverpool, Ajax, Schalke, and Hamburg. Additionally, national stadiums in England, Wales, Ireland, and Sweden are part of the tour itinerary.
Real Madrid Wants to Grab the Title Before Last Matchday
Real Madrid’s eagerness to secure the league title early is underscored by both sporting and logistical considerations. With a comfortable six-point lead over early frontrunners Girona, Real Madrid eyes sealing their triumph before the season’s end.
The impending match against Real Betis also holds significance as former captain Sergio Ramos is poised to make his return to the Bernabeu after departing the club following a distinguished 16-year tenure.
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While Real Madrid aims for a seamless adjustment to accommodate Swift’s concert and potentially host a second tour date due to high demand, La Liga faces the challenge of balancing scheduling requests with maintaining the league’s competitive integrity.
Real Betis’ potential stake in European qualification adds another layer of complexity to the decision-making process, as La Liga traditionally aligns all matches in the final week to ensure fairness across the board.