Antonio Rüdiger's actions in the Copa del Rey Final against FC Barcelona led to a six-match suspension after he threw ice at the referee during stoppage time. Despite the suspension, Rüdiger's ongoing knee injury means he won't play for several weeks anyway. His behavior drew sharp criticism, including a remark from German national team director Rudi Völler, who emphasized the importance of displaying class as an international player. Rüdiger publicly apologized for his actions and acknowledged the emotional toll of the match on him and his team.
Rüdiger has now been hit with a six-match suspension, according to kicker, but a knee injury he suffered in the same game will lessen the impact of the decision.
Rüdiger issued his own apology afterwards: "There's definitely no excuse for my behaviour last night. I'm very sorry for that."
The act drew condemnation from the commentators as well as from the DFB. "Toni is a top-class player-but as an international player, he also has to show class in his behavior," said Rudi Völler.
Following his outburst in injury time in the Copa del Rey final loss to FC Barcelona, the Royal's defensive leader was suspended for six matches.
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