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Vinícius Júnior suspended for four matches following red card against Villarreal

Vinícius Júnior will miss the October 25 Clásico due to a four-match ban imposed by the Competition Committee.

15 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Competition Committee of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has suspended Vinícius Júnior for four matches following his red card in the match against Villarreal last Saturday. The red card was shown by referee Díaz de Mera after the Brazilian player pulled his opponent Saliba's hair and aggressively protested to the official.

According to the match report, Vinícius' actions were deemed violent behavior, resulting in a more severe punishment. In addition to the expulsion, the Disciplinary Committee determined that the evidence presented was consistent with the referee's account, thus dismissing Real Madrid's claims regarding the decision.

With this suspension, Vinícius will miss several important LaLiga matches, including those against Sevilla, Barcelona, Racing, and Valencia. Notably, he will be absent for the October 25 Clásico, a highly anticipated match for fans.

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The news of the suspension was confirmed on October 14, following the meeting of the Competition Committee. This decision has generated reactions within the football community, where many have expressed opinions on the severity of the measure.

Some reports also mention that coach José Mourinho has criticized Vinícius for his behavior, stating that his conduct was unacceptable. In a subsequent statement, Vinícius expressed his frustration at being substituted during the match against Roma, where the team excelled without him, and asserted that he is determined to come back stronger.

Aside from the suspension, Vinícius' situation has highlighted the tension within the team and the pressure he faces as a key player for Real Madrid. His absence in the Clásico could have a significant impact on the team's performance in this crucial matchup.

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