Villarreal have described LaLiga's handling of the proposed Miami game against Barcelona as "poor," saying the club had "repeatedly expressed its deepest concern" over the event's planning and criticised the organisers of what it called a "complete and utter lack of respect" in the way the cancellation was announced.

Barcelona say they "accept and respect" La Liga's decision to cancel their proposed fixture against Villarreal in Miami.

“Today, Spanish football has lost an opportunity to advance, project itself globally, and strengthen its future," he said.