'Categorically and entirely incorrect': Real Madrid reject report claiming away jerseys not allowed at home ground

By Emre Asikci

ISTANBUL (AA) - Real Madrid on Tuesday hit back at a report claiming away shirts are banned from their home ground ahead of a Copa del Rey match against Atletico Madrid on Thursday.

"This information is categorically and entirely incorrect," Los Blancos said in a statement, referring to the report by Marca sports daily, adding that they never refused entry to Santiago Bernabeu stadium to fans wearing away team jerseys.

"This has always been the case, as we have seen in every match held in our stadium, and this will continue to be the case," the statement added.

Real Madrid also clarified why they have only allocated Atletico 334 tickets for the derby, despite having a higher demand.

"The number of tickets made available to Atlético de Madrid is the same number that Real Madrid receives when visiting the Metropolitano stadium, in accordance with the agreement reached by both clubs within the framework of the excellent relationship that we have with each other," the club said.