Spanish Federation eyes Villarreal vs Barcelona clash in Miami

According to reports from Marca, the federation's board is set to discuss the feasibility of submitting a formal proposal to FIFA, pending La Liga's approval.
The prospect of La Liga hosting a competitive match outside Spain is edging closer to reality, evolving from the vision of league president Javier Tebas to a shared ambition with the RFEF. The proposed game would take place at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, marking a historic first for Spain's top flight.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's administration has previously granted permission for league matches to be played abroad, paving the way for such an unprecedented move.
Should the proposal gain the necessary endorsements from both La Liga and the RFEF, the 2025 fixture could see Villarreal, under Marcelino Garcia Toral, face Hansi Flick's Barcelona on American soil instead of at Villarreal's La Ceramica Stadium.
This initiative signals a bold step in the globalisation of Spanish football, following Tebas' earlier efforts to bring La Liga to international audiences. If realised, the Miami fixture would set a new precedent, carrying significant commercial and sporting implications for Spanish football.