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Real Madrid defender Toni Rüdiger has apologized after his actions in the Copa del Rey final, where Real Madrid lost to Barcelona. He threw an object at the referee, got a red card, and upset the football world.
WHAT HAPPENED?
In the final minutes against Barcelona, Rüdiger lost his temper. He threw something at referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea and looked like he wanted to throw an ice bag too. His teammates stopped him. The referee gave him a red card. Rüdiger later apologized on social media, saying he had “no excuse” and was sorry to the referee and fans. He talked about the team’s efforts in the second half but admitted he made a mistake in the 111th minute.
MORE DISCIPLINARY TROUBLES FOR REAL MADRID
Rüdiger wasn’t the only Madrid player to get a red card. Jude Bellingham and Lucas Vázquez were also sent off as tempers rose. Real Madrid lost to rivals Barcelona and missed out on a Spanish double. The match was tense, with Madrid better in the second half but unable to win. Real Madrid are top in LaLiga, just ahead of Barcelona, and still in the Champions League race.
WHAT NEXT FOR RÜDIGER AND REAL MADRID?
Rüdiger could face a long suspension after a disciplinary review. This comes at a tough time as Real Madrid fight to stay within touching distance to Barcelona in LaLiga. Their next match is against Getafe in LaLiga, where they lead Barcelona by two points. Rüdiger’s punishment could leave Madrid short of defenders in the next few weeks, especially with other players already banned after the final.
