Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger Faces Six-Game Ban for Aggressive Conduct Against Barcelona
Madrid's Defender, Antonio Rudiger, Given Six-Match Suspension; Bellingham Escapes Punishment
After a heated Copa del Rey final against FC Barcelona, Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger and Lucas Vázquez have been slapped with a six-match and two-match ban respectively, as per the Spanish Football Federation's disciplinary committee.
Rudiger's delinquency stems from a red card issued in the 120th minute, for allegedly throwing an object from the technical area,a behavior that the committee found too serious to warrant leniency. His coaching staff had to restrain him due to his visible agitation, as outlined in the official report.
Vázquez was penalized for returning to the field to voice his objections regarding the referee's decision.
However, Jude Bellingham's red card, which initially appeared to be a result of aggressive approach towards officials, has been officially overturned following a review of video evidence. The committee found no evidence of Bellingham's aggression or need for restraint from teammates.
Despite Rudiger's public apology on social media, acknowledging his actions could disappoint teammates and officials, the committee deemed it insufficient for leniency. His six-game suspension puts his participation in the remainder of the season and the upcoming Club World Cup at risk, as Rudiger is currently recovering from knee surgery which could sideline him for up to two months.
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Rüdiger received a six-match ban primarily due to throwing an object from the technical area and displaying an aggressive attitude toward officials during the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona. This conduct was deemed severe enough by the Spanish Football Federation to warrant a suspension that applies across all domestic competitions[1][2].
The ban means Rudiger will miss Real Madrid’s final five league games of the 2024-25 season and the opening fixture of 2025-26. Although the ban does not directly affect FIFA-sanctioned tournaments, Rudiger's recovery from knee surgery could still impact his availability for the Club World Cup and UEFA Nations League[3]. The timing of the ban doesn’t overlap with the Club World Cup.
- The Spanish Football Federation's disciplinary committee has sidelined Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger for six games, following his aggressive conduct against Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final.
- Rudiger's suspension, due to allegedly throwing an object from the technical area, puts his participation in the remainder of the season and the upcoming Club World Cup at risk, as he is recovering from knee surgery which could sideline him for up to two months.
- General-news outlets report that Rudiger agreed to a six-match ban for his behavior towards officials in the Copa del Rey final.
- Crime-and-justice and sports news sites cover the controversies surrounding Rudiger's actions during the Copa del Rey final, as he faces a suspension from European leagues, including LaLiga.
- As a result of his actions, Rudiger expressed remorse on social media, acknowledging potential disappointment to teammates and officials, but the Spanish Football Federation found it insufficient for leniency.
- Recent reports suggest that former Valencia coach, Jorge Bolón Bengoetxea, might agree to manage Real Madrid during Rudiger's suspension, pending the team's approval.
