Bundesliga Club HSV May Kick Off Without Torunarigha?
In a disappointing turn of events, HSV defender Jordan Torunarigha was shown a red card in the final minutes of the friendly match against Mallorca. The harsh tackle could lead to a ban, potentially causing him to miss the Bundesliga opener for HSV [1].
Under German football rules, a foul of this kind typically results in a two-game suspension. Given that the red card was issued in a friendly, there is a high probability that Torunarigha will be suspended for at least the first Bundesliga game of the season, impacting HSV’s defensive options at the start of their campaign [1].
This incident is seen as a significant setback for both Torunarigha and Hamburger SV ahead of the new Bundesliga season. Stefan Kuntz, HSV's sporting director, expressed his upset about the incident in the locker room after the match [2].
The DFB will review the incident and make a decision based on the report from referee Mateu Ferrer. If Torunarigha is found to have committed a severe offense, the Control Committee and Sports Court of the DFB could be activated, potentially leading to an extended suspension [1].
The potential suspension could also affect HSV's DFB-Pokal match against Oberligist Pirmasens on Saturday. If suspended, Torunarigha would miss the DFB-Pokal match, scheduled for 13:00 on Saturday, with a live ticker available on MOPO.de.
Fans will have to wait for the DFB's decision regarding Torunarigha's suspension, which could have far-reaching implications for HSV's early season plans. The weekly magazine MOPO will be available everywhere from Friday, offering comprehensive coverage of the situation.
[1] Source: German Football Association (DFB) rules [2] Source: Tactical previews for the new Bundesliga season
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