Mbappe gets one-match ban for Blanco tackle in Alavés clash
Disciplinary committee rules Real Madrid player’s dismissal warrants the minimum one-match sanction
15 April 2025 - 21:05
byAngelica Medina
Support our award-winning journalism. The Premium package (digital only) is R30 for the first month and thereafter you pay R129 p/m now ad-free for all subscribers.
Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid leaves the pitch in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain, April 13 2025. Picture: JUAN MANUEL SERRANO ARCE/GETTYIMAGES
Mexico City — Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe will serve a one-match suspension as a result of his tackle on Alavés’ Antonio Blanco, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) said on Tuesday.
The Frenchman was shown a straight red card in Sunday’s game against Alavés for a violent challenge on midfielder Blanco, with the referee overturning his initial decision to give him a yellow after a VAR review.
The RFEF’s disciplinary committee ruled the dismissal warranted the minimum one-match sanction under article 130 of its regulations.
After the incident, Mbappe apologised to Blanco and his Real Madrid teammates. He will miss Real’s next game against Athletic on Sunday.
Alavés’ Manu Sánchez, who was sent off for a similar challenge on Vinicius Jnr in the same match, will also serve a one-match ban.
Support our award-winning journalism. The Premium package (digital only) is R30 for the first month and thereafter you pay R129 p/m now ad-free for all subscribers.
Mbappe gets one-match ban for Blanco tackle in Alavés clash
Disciplinary committee rules Real Madrid player’s dismissal warrants the minimum one-match sanction
Mexico City — Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe will serve a one-match suspension as a result of his tackle on Alavés’ Antonio Blanco, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) said on Tuesday.
The Frenchman was shown a straight red card in Sunday’s game against Alavés for a violent challenge on midfielder Blanco, with the referee overturning his initial decision to give him a yellow after a VAR review.
The RFEF’s disciplinary committee ruled the dismissal warranted the minimum one-match sanction under article 130 of its regulations.
After the incident, Mbappe apologised to Blanco and his Real Madrid teammates. He will miss Real’s next game against Athletic on Sunday.
Alavés’ Manu Sánchez, who was sent off for a similar challenge on Vinicius Jnr in the same match, will also serve a one-match ban.
Reuters
Real bank on Bernabeu magic against Arsenal, says Ancelotti
Semenyo’s quickie lifts Bournemouth to win over Fulham
Lukaku and McTominay earn title-chasing Napoli win over Empoli
Fifa to debut body cameras for its 117 referees at Club World Cup
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Most Read
Related Articles
Real bank on Bernabeu magic against Arsenal, says Ancelotti
Big win gives Nabi and Chiefs a shot in the arm
I understand criticism but I don’t care, says Man United boss Amorim
Newcastle thrash hapless Man Utd to move into fourth place
Chiefs to face Pirates in cup final after beating Downs
Pirates book third consecutive Nedbank final after Dlamini strike
Liverpool extend lead after West Ham win
Declan Rice shines but Arsenal held amid change in stadium atmosphere
Cardoso tells team to keep eyes on the ball
Newcastle in driver’s seat as race for Champions League spots heats up
PSL votes to expel Royal AM
Humiliated Real Madrid need to rally at lowly Alaves
Do or die for Dortmund in Klassiker against Bayern
Barker praises Stellies after shock Zamalek victory
Published by Arena Holdings and distributed with the Financial Mail on the last Thursday of every month except December and January.