Javier Tebas, president of La Liga, has spoken out about the controversy surrounding Real Madrid’s opening match of the season, initially scheduled for 19 August against Osasuna at the Santiago

Real Madrid are scheduled to kick off their first La Liga campaign under Xabi Alonso less than six weeks after the conclusion of the Club World Cup.

Madrid's 4-0 defeat to PSG in the Club World Cup semi-final meant they have 40 days to rest and prepare for their La Liga opener.