Why Real Madrid's Rudiger might face a 4-12 match ban

All eyes are currently on Antonio Rudiger as recent reports indicate that the German might miss 4 to 12 matches for Real Madrid.

Following an intense Copa del Rey final fixture between Barcelona and Real Madrid, reports now indicate that Antonio Rudiger might be slammed with a 4 to 12 match ban following his antics from the bench in the fixture.

In the closing moments of Real Madrid's 3-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final, Antonio Rudiger and his teammates were outraged by a decision favoring Barcelona while Kylian Mbappe was on the attack. Rudiger, visibly upset, allegedly threw an object resembling ice toward the referee. This act earned him a red card, along with Lucas Vazquez and Jude Bellingham, who were also dismissed for challenging the decision.

After being sent off, Rudiger had to be held back by his colleagues to prevent him from confronting the referee. He had been substituted earlier due to exhaustion, as explained by manager Carlo Ancelotti. Reports indicate Rudiger faces a suspension lasting between four and twelve matches, which could sideline him for the remainder of the season. Additional footage shows Rudiger attempting to hurl more ice bags but being restrained.

What happened with the referees after Barcelona vs Real Madrid Copa del Rey final?

It was a flurry of events during and after the Barcelona vs Real Madrid Copa del Rey final involving players of Real Madrid and the referee.

The referee detailed the events in his report, noting Rudiger's aggressive behavior and throwing of an object that narrowly missed him. Vazquez was penalized for entering the pitch to contest the decision, while Bellingham approached the officials after the match in an agitated manner, requiring intervention from his teammates. These incidents underscore the heated nature of the match's final moments.

His report according to Metro read, "In the 120th minute, player (22) Rudiger, Antonio, was sent off for the following reason: For throwing an object from the technical area, which missed me. After being shown the red card, he had to be restrained by several members of the coaching staff, displaying an aggressive attitude.

"In the 120th minute, player (17) Vazquez Iglesias, Lucas, was sent off for the following reason: For protesting one of our decisions, entering the field of play for several meters, making gestures of disagreement.

"In the 999th minute, player (5) Bellingham, Jude Victor William, was sent off for the following reason: After the end of the match, he approached our position in an aggressive attitude, having to be restrained by his teammates."

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