Prosecution Requests Suspension for Anderlecht's Cvetkovic After Red Card
The Belgian Football Union prosecutor's office has requested a suspension for Anderlecht striker Mihajlo Cvetkovic following his red card during a Jupiler Pro League match against La Gantoise. The incident occurred just before halftime in Ghent, where Cvetkovic retaliated against opponent Siebe Van der Heyden by striking him twice in the upper back. Although Van der Heyden had allegedly committed a foul and struck Cvetkovic first, the prosecution stated that such provocation does not justify violent retaliation. Consequently, they are seeking an effective three-day suspension, with one day suspended, and a fine of 3,500 euros. This sanction could impact Cvetkovic's availability for the upcoming Cup final against Union Saint-Gilloise, depending on whether Anderlecht appeals the Disciplinary Committee's decision. Additionally, the report mentions Sint-Truiden midfielder Ryan Merlen, who faces a potential suspended one-day ban and a 500 euro fine for a foul against Club Brugge. The article highlights the strict stance of football authorities on on-field violence regardless of prior provocations.
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Prosecution Requests Suspension for Anderlecht's Cvetkovic After Red Card
The Belgian Football Union prosecutor's office has requested a suspension for Anderlecht striker Mihajlo Cvetkovic following his red card during a Jupiler Pro League match against La Gantoise. The incident occurred just before halftime in Ghent, where Cvetkovic retaliated against opponent Siebe Van der Heyden by striking him twice in the upper back. Although Van der Heyden had allegedly committed a foul and struck Cvetkovic first, the prosecution stated that such provocation does not justify violent retaliation. Consequently, they are seeking an effective three-day suspension, with one day suspended, and a fine of 3,500 euros. This sanction could impact Cvetkovic's availability for the upcoming Cup final against Union Saint-Gilloise, depending on whether Anderlecht appeals the Disciplinary Committee's decision. Additionally, the report mentions Sint-Truiden midfielder Ryan Merlen, who faces a potential suspended one-day ban and a 500 euro fine for a foul against Club Brugge. The article highlights the strict stance of football authorities on on-field violence regardless of prior provocations.
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