Mascha In Trouble: Inter Miami Head Coach Spotted Passing On Instructions Over Phone After Red Card
Mascherano was sent off ahead of the second period of play, and was caught talking on the phone in an attempt to pass on instruction, which is banned in the Leagues Cup.
Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano courted controversy on Thursday as he was pictured making a phone call to pass on tactical information after being sent off during the Leagues Cup game between the Herons and Tigres at the Chase Stadium in Florida.
Miami, who were devoid of the services of eight-time Ballon d'Or-winning Argentine icon Lionel Messi due to injury, posted a 2-1 win over the Mexican club thanks to a brace of penalties from Luis Suarez. However, the Herons had to endure head coach Mascherano being sent off from the touchline.
Mascherano was sent off ahead of the commencement of the second period of play over an argument with the referee, but his situation worsened as he was caught talking on the phone in an attempt to pass on instruction, which is banned in the Leagues Cup.
Miami, missing the services of eight-time Ballon d'Or-winning Argentine icon Lionel Messi due to injury, secured a 2-1 victory over the Mexican club, thanks to two penalty goals from Luis Suarez. However, the Herons faced a challenge when head coach Mascherano was sent off from the touchline.
Mascherano was ejected just before the second half started following an argument with the referee. His situation deteriorated further when he was caught using his phone to provide instructions, which is prohibited in the Leagues Cup.
Mascherano reportedly instructed assistant coach Lucas Rodriguez Pagano during the phone call while seated at the stadium.
Additionally, Aquino had a moment to forget as the ball struck his arm again in the box, allowing Suarez to step up and score the winning goal in the 89th minute of the match.
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