Real Madrid fears key player out for season
Real Madrid Faces Uphill Battle After Copa del Rey Final Loss
Real Madrid’s defeat in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona has left them with only La Liga to fight for this season. However, their chances of closing the four-point gap to their rivals have been complicated by the events that transpired during the intense final at La Cartuja.
Antonio Rudiger’s Red Card Fallout
The aftermath of the match has revolved around the three red cards received by Real Madrid, notably Antonio Rudiger’s dismissal in the closing moments of extra time for throwing an object towards the referee. This action led to Rudiger being restrained and subsequently noted in the referee report submitted to the Spanish Football Federation.
Potential Suspension for Rudiger
Rudiger faces a potential ban ranging from 4-12 matches, with concerns that he could miss the remainder of the La Liga season, affecting Real Madrid significantly. With Eder Militao already sidelined due to injury and David Alaba struggling post-return, the team might have to rely on Aurelien Tchouameni as a makeshift central defender, leaving them short in midfield with Eduardo Camavinga also out.
Awaiting Punishments for Vazquez and Bellingham
Real Madrid awaits the decisions on Rudiger’s punishment as well as those for Lucas Vazquez and Jude Bellingham, the other two players sent off following the Copa del Rey final. The outcomes of these disciplinary actions will have a significant impact on Real Madrid’s squad depth and options for the remainder of the season.
