RFEF rejects Real Madrid's appeal to reduce defender's six-game suspension after Copa del Rey fiasco
The decision, reported by SPORT, confirms that the German international will serve the full suspension, stemming from his controversial dismissal in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona.
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The incident, which occurred in April, saw Rudiger sent off by referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea.
According to the match report, the defender was expelled for 'throwing an object from the technical area'—a moment that was later revealed via footage to involve a bag of ice that didn't even reach the official.
However, the situation escalated when the referee added that Rudiger had to be physically restrained by several coaching staff members due to what was described as an 'aggressive attitude'.
No leniency towards Rudiger
Antonio Rudiger will stay suspended for six games. (Photo by Florencia)
Citing Article 101 of the RFEF Disciplinary Code, the single-judge committee initially imposed a six-match ban, classifying the behaviour as 'mild violence towards the referees'.
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The article provides for a suspension ranging from four to twelve games, meaning that Rudiger actually received a mid-range penalty. Still, Real Madrid believed there were mitigating circumstances.
The club's appeal highlighted Rudiger's public apology, posted on social media shortly after the incident, in which he expressed regret and asked for forgiveness. Madrid hoped this gesture of contrition would be enough to reduce the punishment.
However, the Appeal Committee saw no grounds for leniency and chose to uphold the original decision.
Rudiger, who is currently recovering from a meniscus operation, wouldn't have been fit to feature in the immediate matches anyway.
The timing of the suspension coincides with his recovery, though he is hopeful of returning in time for the FIFA Club World Cup under the guidance of new manager Xabi Alonso.
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