Mateu Lahoz found himself in Lionel Messi's firing line at the World Cup and has now been snubbed by LaLiga.
The referee, who has officiated in Spain's top flight since 2008, has been overlooked for this weekend's round of games after his card-happy antics continued in the recent Catalan derby. Last weekend Lahoz brandished 16 yellow cards and two reds as Barcelona were held by Espanyol.
Xavi, who was booked by the official, claimed he "lost control" of the game with Lahoz sending off Sevilla boss Jorge Sampaoli just days later during the first half of their Copa del Rey clash.
