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Zaragoza Condemns Andrada and Opens Disciplinary Proceedings After Punch on Huesca Captain

Spain's disciplinary panel now weighs a lengthy suspension.

Overview

  • The Zaragoza goalkeeper, sent off Sunday for a second yellow, chased Huesca captain Jorge Pulido and punched him, causing a cheek hematoma and igniting a brawl that also saw Huesca keeper Dani Jiménez and Zaragoza's Dani Tasende sent off.
  • Real Zaragoza posted Esteban Andrada's apology video and said it will take internal disciplinary steps after calling the act unacceptable and damaging to the club's image.
  • Under Spanish federation rules, violent conduct that leaves a visible injury can bring six to fifteen games, and the disciplinary committee is reviewing the case with the ban likely to extend beyond the five rounds left.
  • La Vanguardia reports Zaragoza also criticized referee Dámaso Arcediano, arguing two penalties against them shaped the 1-0 loss in a derby between teams fighting to avoid relegation to the third tier.
  • Media in Spain and Argentina report Zaragoza may skip the June purchase option for the on-loan keeper from Monterrey, and any severe RFEF ban could carry to Mexico under FIFA rules if he returns.