The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has officially announced the referees designated for matchday 34 in the Primera Division, setting the stage for an exciting weekend of football. This announcement, made on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 09:30, highlights the key match between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club, which is expected to draw significant attention from fans and analysts alike.
The highly anticipated Basque derby will take place at Anoeta Stadium on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 21:00. Soto Grado has been appointed as the referee for this intense rivalry, and he will be supported by Pizarro Gómez, who will oversee the video assistant referee (VAR) duties. This match is crucial for both teams as they vie for crucial points in the league standings.
Meanwhile, the current leaders of La Liga, FC Barcelona, will visit a relegated Valladolid side. This match is scheduled to be officiated by Muñiz Ruiz, with Trujillo Suárez serving as the VAR referee. Barcelona will be looking to maintain their strong form and secure a vital win as they head towards the final stretch of the season.
In another significant fixture, second-placed Real Madrid will host Celta de Vigo at the Santiago Bernabéu. The match will be officiated by Gil Manzano, with Hernández Maeso assisting as the VAR referee. Real Madrid will aim to keep the pressure on Barcelona as they continue their pursuit of the title.
Other matches scheduled for matchday 34 include:
- Rayo Vallecano vs. Getafe, refereed by García Verdura, with VAR support from Figueroa Vázquez.
- Alavés vs. Atlético Madrid, officiated by Martínez Munuera, with Figueroa Vázquez as VAR.
- Villarreal vs. Osasuna, refereed by Quintero González, with Del Cerro Grande as VAR.
- Las Palmas vs. Valencia, officiated by De Burgos Bengoechea, with Iglesias Villanueva as VAR.
- Sevilla vs. Leganés, refereed by Hernández Hernández, with Iglesias Villanueva as VAR.
- Espanyol vs. Betis, officiated by Cuadra Fernández, with Ortiz Arias as VAR.
- Girona vs. Mallorca, refereed by Melero López, with Del Cerro Grande as VAR.
This weekend's matches promise to be thrilling encounters, with teams fighting for points and positioning as the season approaches its climax. The RFEF's selection of referees is crucial in maintaining the integrity of these high-stakes games.
As the league progresses, fans will be keen to see how these matches unfold, particularly the derby between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club, which always brings a fierce competitive spirit. With top referees officiating these key encounters, the anticipation is palpable.
