FC Barcelona and Real Madrid face off in a crucial Clasico on Sunday, with referee Martinez Munuera set to oversee the match.
Clasico match details confirmed
The Clasico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid will take place on Sunday at 21:00. La Liga has revealed the identity of the referee who will officiate the match.Barcelona hosts after recent loss
FC Barcelona will host Real Madrid on Sunday, following a recent 2-4 defeat at PSG's stadium during the Champions League. The match is the 10th day of the Liga season.Referee selected for the match
The referee selected for the match is Martinez Munuera from Alicante, chosen by the technical commission of referees. He has previously officiated four Clasico matches.Munuera's background and experience
Martinez Munuera, who is also a police officer on leave, has been a referee in Liga since 2013 and has international experience dating back to 2015. His first Clasico was during the 2020-2021 season, which ended in a 1-3 victory for Real Madrid at Barcelona's pitch.Controversial decision in past match
One of his decisions during that match, awarding a penalty to Real Madrid for a foul by Clement Lenglet on Sergio Ramos, was debated. Real Madrid has three victories in Clasico matches officiated by Munuera. It remains to be seen what the final result will be on Sunday evening.