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Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
RFEF rejects Real Madrid's appeal to reduce defender's six-game suspension after Copa del Rey fiasco
In a fresh blow to Real Madrid, the Spanish Football Federation's (RFEF) Appeal Committee has rejected the club's appeal against the six-match ban handed to Antonio Rudiger. The decision, reported by SPORT, confirms that the German international will serve the full suspension, stemming from his controversial dismissal in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona. Advertisement The incident, which occurred in April, saw Rudiger sent off by referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea. According to the match report, the defender was expelled for 'throwing an object from the technical area'—a moment that was later revealed via footage to involve a bag of ice that didn't even reach the official. However, the situation escalated when the referee added that Rudiger had to be physically restrained by several coaching staff members due to what was described as an 'aggressive attitude'. No leniency towards Rudiger Antonio Rudiger will stay suspended for six games. (Photo by Florencia) Citing Article 101 of the RFEF Disciplinary Code, the single-judge committee initially imposed a six-match ban, classifying the behaviour as 'mild violence towards the referees'. Advertisement The article provides for a suspension ranging from four to twelve games, meaning that Rudiger actually received a mid-range penalty. Still, Real Madrid believed there were mitigating circumstances. The club's appeal highlighted Rudiger's public apology, posted on social media shortly after the incident, in which he expressed regret and asked for forgiveness. Madrid hoped this gesture of contrition would be enough to reduce the punishment. However, the Appeal Committee saw no grounds for leniency and chose to uphold the original decision. Rudiger, who is currently recovering from a meniscus operation, wouldn't have been fit to feature in the immediate matches anyway. The timing of the suspension coincides with his recovery, though he is hopeful of returning in time for the FIFA Club World Cup under the guidance of new manager Xabi Alonso.
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Business Standard
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
I-League relegation put on hold, Delhi FC and Bengaluru breathe easy
In a major reprieve for Delhi FC and Sporting Club Bengaluru, the All India Football Federation's Appeal Committee has stayed their relegation from I-League until a final decision is reached on their submissions challenging the AIFF's disciplinary panel ruling. The two interim orders, dated May 24 and currently in possession with PTI, revealed that both the clubs had appealed against the AIFF Disciplinary Committee's decisions that would have demoted them from the 202425 I-League season after they finished among the bottom two of the 12-team competition. Chaired by Justice (Retd.) Rajesh Tandon, with Ashok K Tripathi and Priyanka Mishra as members, the Appeal Committee noted that the circumstances warranted keeping any relegation-related action "in abeyance" until the final hearing. "On behalf of AIFF, time has been sought for 2 days to file the objections however, the circumstances of the case warrant that any order passed for relegation shall remain in abeyance and shall not be acted upon till the final hearing of the present appeal itself," both the orders stated. In its appeal, Sporting Club Bengaluru argued that Namdhari FC had fielded an "ineligible player" during a match, a breach that they claim entitles them to three points. Their advocate argued that the Disciplinary Committee overlooked crucial provisions (Article 57 of the AIFF Disciplinary Code), and that relegation has penal consequences, infringing Article 19 of the Indian Constitution (protection of rights). If granted, this would also impact the standings and potentially push Aizawl FC into the relegation zone instead. Delhi FC, meanwhile, questioned the process and rationale behind their demotion, citing AIFF's own past precedents where relegation had been waived. Their legal counsel contended that relegation constitutes penal consequences, thereby invoking Article 19 of the Indian Constitution. The Appeal Committee observed in both cases that the Disciplinary Committee appeared to have overlooked key aspects of the relegation process and noted the seriousness of the implications involved. The Committee has also directed that a copy of the appeal documents be sent to Aizawl FC, allowing them the opportunity to join the proceedings if they want. As per the official standings after the conclusion of the I-League last month, SC Bengaluru (21 points) and Delhi FC (14) took the last two spots -- 11th and 12th respectively -- in the table. The next hearing for both the appeals is scheduled for Thursday at the AIFF office in New Delhi.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Relief for Delhi FC, SC Bengaluru as relegation from I-League stayed
New Delhi, In a major reprieve for Delhi FC and Sporting Club Bengaluru, the All India Football Federation's Appeal Committee has stayed their relegation from I-League until a final decision is reached on their submissions challenging the AIFF's disciplinary panel ruling. The two interim orders, dated May 24 and currently in possession with PTI, revealed that both the clubs had appealed against the AIFF Disciplinary Committee's decisions that would have demoted them from the 2024–25 I-League season after they finished among the bottom two of the 12-team competition. Chaired by Justice Rajesh Tandon, with Ashok K Tripathi and Priyanka Mishra as members, the Appeal Committee noted that the circumstances warranted keeping any relegation-related action "in abeyance" until the final hearing. "On behalf of AIFF, time has been sought for 2 days to file the objections however, the circumstances of the case warrant that any order passed for relegation shall remain in abeyance and shall not be acted upon till the final hearing of the present appeal itself," both the orders stated. In its appeal, Sporting Club Bengaluru argued that Namdhari FC had fielded an "ineligible player" during a match, a breach that they claim entitles them to three points. Their advocate argued that the Disciplinary Committee overlooked crucial provisions , and that relegation has penal consequences, infringing Article 19 of the Indian Constitution . If granted, this would also impact the standings and potentially push Aizawl FC into the relegation zone instead. Delhi FC, meanwhile, questioned the process and rationale behind their demotion, citing AIFF's own past precedents where relegation had been waived. Their legal counsel contended that relegation constitutes penal consequences, thereby invoking Article 19 of the Indian Constitution. The Appeal Committee observed in both cases that the Disciplinary Committee appeared to have overlooked key aspects of the relegation process and noted the seriousness of the implications involved. The Committee has also directed that a copy of the appeal documents be sent to Aizawl FC, allowing them the opportunity to join the proceedings if they want. As per the official standings after the conclusion of the I-League last month, SC Bengaluru and Delhi FC took the last two spots 11th and 12th respectively in the table. The next hearing for both the appeals is scheduled for Thursday at the AIFF office in New Delhi.
