Vinícius Junior of Real Madrid has been suspended for two La Liga matches after an altercation with Valencia’s goalkeeper, Stole Dimitrievski.
The incident, which occurred during a match at Valencia’s Mestalla stadium, involved physical aggression and led to Vinícius receiving a red card. This behavior was deemed a ‘mild offense’ under article 130.2 of the RFEF Disciplinary Code, resulting in a €600 fine for Vinícius and a €700 fine for Real Madrid.
Despite the suspension, Vinícius remains eligible to participate in the Spanish Super Cup. Real Madrid has expressed their intent to appeal the decision, aiming to have the suspension reviewed. The club’s reaction highlights the ongoing debate about the consistency of disciplinary actions in La Liga.