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DFB complies with HSV's demand, suspending Torunarigha's Rotsperre

DFB Imposes Red Card Suspension on Torunarigha After His HSV Submission

HSV's petition leads to DFB imposing suspension on Torunarigha due to Rotsperre.
HSV's petition leads to DFB imposing suspension on Torunarigha due to Rotsperre.

Performing the act without the use of juggling pins - DFB complies with HSV's demand, suspending Torunarigha's Rotsperre

Hamburger SV Defender Jordan Torunarigha's Suspension Suspended

After receiving a red card in a test match against RCD Mallorca, defender Jordan Torunarigha of Bundesliga club Hamburger SV can now play in future matches, following the suspension suspension by the German Football Association (DFB).

The suspension was initially issued by the DFB in relation to the test match between Hamburger SV and RCD Mallorca. The DFB's rule for red cards in foreign test matches typically means that a player who receives a red card while playing in an official match outside Germany can still face suspension in German domestic competitions.

However, the suspension against Torunarigha was suspended at the request of Hamburger SV, allowing him to return to the field. The DFB made the announcement of the suspension suspension, confirming that Torunarigha will not miss any future matches for the club.

Torunarigha, who is 28 years old, is a crucial part of Hamburger SV's defence. His return is a significant boost for the club, who are currently competing in the Bundesliga.

This incident highlights the universal application of disciplinary measures in football, with suspensions for red cards applying across competitions governed by the player's home association, even if the card was received abroad. However, specific application may depend on the nature of the match (friendly vs. competitive), and any appeals or adjudications.

Despite a lack of explicit statements from the DFB or Hamburger SV on this case, it is reasonable to conclude that Torunarigha would have been suspended for one or more matches for Hamburger SV under the DFB rules following his red card against RCD Mallorca. This is consistent with common disciplinary measures in European football.

[1] FIFA Disciplinary Code: https://www.fifa.com/mm/document/affederation/general/02/73/26/27/fifa_disciplinary_code_2019_eng.pdf [4] UEFA Disciplinary Regulations: https://www.uefa.com/mm/document/insideuefa/regulations/uefa-disciplinary-regulations/02/63/24/87/uefa-disciplinary-regulations-2020-21_20210301_en.pdf

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