Vinicius Júnior has a very difficult time playing in the Clásico against FC Barcelona, scheduled for next October 25, after being sent off in Real Madrid’s 1-0 victory against Villarreal. The referee’s report by Isidro Díaz de Mera Escuderos includes aggressive behavior by the Brazilian after receiving the red card, a detail that could aggravate his sanction.
The Madrid striker was sent off for pulling defender Nathan Saliba’s hair during a play that ended with a goal later disallowed by VAR intervention. The referee explained that the Brazilian committed the action with the ball in play, but without it being in dispute between both players.
The situation could lead to a suspension of at least two games, in accordance with the precedents cited by the Spanish press. If this sanction is confirmed, Vinícius would miss the match against Sevilla and the long-awaited Clásico against Barcelona.
Furthermore, the referee reflected in the minutes that the attacker continued protesting loudly after being sent off and headed towards his area with an aggressive attitude, for which he had to be restrained by his teammates. The referee added that he could not appreciate any specific expression from the player.
According to information published by the Spanish press, there is also the possibility that the sanction will extend to three matches, although the final decision corresponds to the Disciplinary Committee.
After what happened, Vinícius publicly apologized through his social networks. However, the Brazilian’s repentance does not guarantee that he can avoid a suspension that would mean a significant loss for Real Madrid in one of the most anticipated games of the season.
For now, his absence in the Classic is a very probable scenario, but it cannot be confirmed until the sanction is officially announced.
