La Liga has attempted to counteract widespread opposition to its plan to host a match in the US next year by launching a petition that expresses support for the project . The scheme proposes FC Barcelona 's January fixture with Toronto FC be played in Miami . Following a backlash from fans and football 's ruling bodies , La Liga aims to create a grassroots campaign in the US to draw attention to demand for the match . So we, the fans, need to fight for this match by telling them: ‘It’s good for the fans. If it goes ahead , it will be the first in a 15-year partnership between the league and entertainment company Relevant to host fixtures in North America .
La Liga has attempted to counteract widespread opposition to its plan to host a match in the US next year by launching a petition that expresses support for the project . The scheme proposes FC Barcelona 's January fixture with Toronto FC be played in Miami . Following a backlash from fans and football 's ruling bodies , La Liga aims to create a grassroots campaign in the US to draw attention to demand for the match . If it goes ahead , it will be the first in a 15-year partnership between the league and entertainment company Relevant to host fixtures in North America .