Kylian Mbappe has been handed a one-match suspension following a straight red card for a violent tackle on Antonio Blanco during Real Madrid's match against Alaves. Initially shown a yellow, the referee changed the call after a VAR review. The Spanish Football Federation confirmed the suspension, deeming it the minimum penalty under their regulations. Mbappe has since apologized for his actions. Meanwhile, Real Madrid remains in contention for the LaLiga title after their 1-0 victory, which also saw Alaves' Manu Sanchez receive a red card for a similar offense.
Following the incident, Mbappe apologised to Blanco and his Real Madrid teammates, ensuring that he understands the gravity of his actions after the red card.
Assistant manager Davide Ancelotti stated, 'Kylian is certainly not a violent guy... it was a clear red card, and he has paid the consequences.'
The RFEF's Disciplinary Committee ruled the dismissal warranted the minimum one-match sanction under article 130 of its regulations.
Eduardo Camavinga scored what proved to be the only goal as Madrid saw out a 1-0 win against Alaves.
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