Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe has been handed a one-match suspension following his red card during the recent match against Alaves, as confirmed by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). The incident occurred when Mbappe was sent off for a violent tackle on Alaves’ Antonio Blanco. Initially shown a yellow card, the referee changed his decision to a red after reviewing the footage with VAR.
The RFEF’s Disciplinary Committee determined that the dismissal warranted the minimum one-match ban under article 130 of its regulations. Following the challenge, Mbappe expressed remorse, apologizing to both Blanco and his teammates. Consequently, he will miss Real Madrid’s next fixture against Athletic Club on Sunday.
This match also saw Alaves’ Manu Sánchez receive a red card for a dangerous foul on Vinicius Jr., which means he too will serve a one-match suspension. Real Madrid, despite playing with ten men, managed to secure a narrow victory against Alaves due to Eduardo Camavinga’s goal.
Assistant coach Davide Ancelotti acknowledged the challenges faced by the team, especially with the added pressure of upcoming fixtures, including a critical Champions League quarterfinal clash against Arsenal. The red cards add a layer of complexity to Real Madrid’s situation as they navigate through intense league and European competition.
Despite the setbacks, there is optimism surrounding the team’s ability to regroup and focus on their upcoming games. The commitment to discipline and the potential return of key players after their suspensions may help elevate Real Madrid’s performance in the strenuous weeks ahead.
Overall, the team aims to build on their recent successes, using the spirit and resilience demonstrated in difficult matches to inspire future victories and maintain a strong position in both La Liga and the Champions League.
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