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US La Liga games will not happen, says Real Madrid boss Lopetegui

Real Madrid head coach Julen Lopetegui has offered his support to players considering strike action over the prospect of moving La Liga matches to the United States.

Last week, Spain's top flight announced a partnership with sports and entertainment company Relevent – the organiser of the International Champions Cup pre-season tournament – to stage matches on the other side of the Atlantic as part of a 15-year deal.

The Spanish Footballers' Association (AFE) responded by claiming its members are "unanimous" in their opposition to the proposals, with Barcelona midfielder and the union's vice president Sergio Busquets among those to voice concern.