In a striking display of dissent, players from Oviedo and Espanyol staged a symbolic protest during their La Liga match on Friday, refusing to move for the first 15 seconds in response to the league’s decision to host a game in Miami. The protest targeted La Liga’s lack of transparency and dialogue regarding the relocation of Villarreal’s fixture against Barcelona to the Hard Rock Stadium on December 20. The Spanish Footballers’ Association (AFE) coordinated the protest, emphasizing their rejection of a project they claim lacks player approval and adequate labor protections. La Liga, however, refuted these accusations, expressing a willingness to engage in dialogue with the AFE. The protest was not broadcast live, as cameras shifted to the stadium’s exterior. The AFE announced that similar demonstrations would occur in remaining La Liga games this weekend, though Barcelona and Villarreal players were excluded to avoid misinterpretation. The controversy follows the Italian football federation’s decision to host a Serie A match in Perth, Australia. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick voiced his displeasure with the Miami game, while Real Madrid and Uefa expressed opposition and reluctant approval, respectively. RFEF president Rafael Louzan and Barcelona president Joan Laporta defended the move, calling it beneficial for football.