Vincius Jr expelled in Valencia: the former referee Mateu Lahoz slices on the controversy !

The’ expulsion of Vincius Jr during the match between Real Madrid and Valencia once again exposed the problems related to the use of VAR in La Liga. The’rater Soto Grado decided to’ expel the Brazilian after an incident with Valencia goalkeeper Dimitrievski. However, this decision has been sharply criticized, especially by the renowned former referee Mateu Lahoz, who called the’action « totally unsustainable ».

It’ was the match that Vincius Jr wanted to play. After controversies and controversies related to racism, Real Madrid’s’attacker wanted to impress against Valencia on Friday in the late game. But number 7 of the Casa Blanca has been trapped by the Valencia players, a little too aggressive. In the second half, Vincius Jr. was expelled in the aftermath of’an incident with Valencia goalkeeper Dimitrievski. The’rater Soto Grado felt that the’action of the Real Madrid player deserved a red card. However, this decision was strongly criticized.

Mateu Lahoz, a respected former referee, shared his analysis on COPE. According to him, the images used by the VAR did not justify expulsion. « The plan that’s have shown us is much better than what the’referee has seen. With images so far apart, one cannot make a decision of this caliber », he said. Mateu Lahoz also recalled that to justify an eviction, it is necessary to prove an « excessive force ». However, according to him, the available images do not show such a force in the’action of Vinci. « C’is totally unsustainable in a competition like the Liga », he added.

The’ incident began after a provocation by Dimitrievski. The Valencia goalkeeper pushed Vincius from behind. The Brazilian reacted by pushing the guard in turn, but without excessive violence. Yet, it’ is Vinci who has received’a red card. Mateu Lahoz’s colleagues on COPE also expressed their surprise. For them, a yellow card would have been more appropriate. « It seemed to be a yellow card, but the’ arbiter, under the pressure of the’atmosphere, ended up expelling Vinci », they commented.

Unequal treatment for Vincius Jr

The’ eviction still raises questions about the treatment of Vincius Jr. The Brazilian has already been expelled twice with Real Madrid, often for actions deemed minor. In comparison, players like Luis Suarez, known for his aggressive gestures, were never expelled for similar actions during their time at FC Barcelona.

Vincius is often the target of provocations. Unfortunately, it seems that the referees are more quick to sanction the Brazilian than’ to protect him. « VAR images do not show everything, and the’rater can not properly appreciate what is happening », recalled Lahoz.

Vincius Jr expelled in Valencia: the former referee Mateu Lahoz slices on the controversy !

Despite this injustice, Vincius must learn to better manage these situations. Provocations are part of the game, and opponents know that’il has a tendency to react. To avoid harming his team, the Brazilian must remain calm, even in the face of hostile actions. Fortunately, this expulsion did not prevent Real Madrid from winning the match. With 10 players, the Merengues showed character and were able to reverse the situation by imposing 2-1 thanks to Luka Modric and Jude Bellingham. Further proof of the mental strength of this team.