The scheduling of the game between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna brought in a wave of controversy. First postponed due to the unfortunate death of Barcelona’s team doctor, it was moved to March 27th. Both teams tried to appeal the date.

Barcelona on Thursday swept to a comfortable 3-0 victory over CA Osasuna to move three points clear at the top of La Liga despite their discontent at having to play the match this week. The Catalans’ appeal against the rescheduling of the game was rejected,

Why are Barcelona playing Osasuna tonight during the international break? - Appeal to move fixture rejected by La Liga