28.08.2024 18:10
The possible punishment for Galatasaray's captain Fernando Muslera, who kicked his opponent Alan Virginius who scored a goal in the UEFA Champions League match against Young Boys, has also been determined. If UEFA opens an investigation against him, Muslera could receive a suspension of more than 2 matches.
Galatasaray lost 1-0 to Young Boys in the UEFA Champions League play-off round second leg. The yellow-reds, who were also defeated 3-2 by their opponents in the first leg, bid farewell to the Champions League, and captain Muslera's kick to the opponent who scored a goal in the final moments of the match left its mark on the night.
MUSLERA KICKS THE OPPONENT WHO SCORED A GOAL AND RECEIVES A RED CARD
Swiss representative Young Boys found the goal with Alan Virginius in the 87th minute of the match. Fernando Muslera, who guarded Galatasaray's goal, could not control his nerves after this goal. The captain of the yellow-reds, who kicked Virginius who scored the goal, received a red card and was sent off the field.
HOW MUCH PUNISHMENT WILL HE RECEIVE?
If UEFA opens an investigation against Muslera, he may face the risk of receiving a ban for more than 2 matches. The headings that may be subject to punishment in Article 15 of the UEFA Disciplinary Regulations, titled 'Misconduct of players and officials,' are as follows;
- 15-1/d | Two-match ban or ban for a certain period in case of serious foul play
- 15-1/e | Three-match ban and suspension for a certain period in case of an attack on another player or someone else in the match
- 15-1/g | Five-match ban or ban for a certain period in case of a serious attack
- 15/3 | If the circumstances of the incident require, the ban can be reduced, increased, or even extended to cover all league competitions.