Real Madrid is facing an unexpected challenge when it enters the knockout rounds on Champions League. While Carlo Ancelotti’s page has been navigated in the league phase successfully, new UEFA disciplinary rules may create a large headache for Vinicius And the club’s ambitions in Europe.
The new regulations introduce a stricter Yellow cardic collection systemWho could see Vinicius and other important players who face suspensions more often. With Real Madrid potentially set to collide with Manchester City In the next round, the availability of the Brazilian wing may prove to be crucial.
UEFA’s new disciplinary rules: Threats to Vinicius
That is marked by ChainUEFA has implemented a falling Yellow card suspension rule for Champions League knockout rounds. According to these new guidelines:
- A player gets a game from a game after collecting three yellow cards.
- The next suspension occurs after just two more bookings.
- From that point onwards, a single yellow card results in an automatic ban.
This system means that Vinicius is already at risk. After picking up three yellow cards in the group stage – leads to his suspension against Brest – he will now be banned again if he collects only two more. This creates a serious dilemma for Carlo AncelottiAs Vinicius is known for his aggressive play style and often clashes with judges.
Jude Bellingham is also in dangerSince he has already collected two yellow cards. If he is booked in the next match, he will miss the following games. “Bellingham has been warned and if he gets a yellow card in the next game he will not be able to play the next. But Vinicius, who has already been shown three cards, will now miss another game if he gets two, “ Former judge Iturralde Gonzalez declared The cross beam.
With Real Madrid for at least nine games if they reach the finalMaintaining discipline will be crucial to Vinicius and other important players.
New Champions League format: More matches, more problem
In addition to the stricter disciplinary rules, Real Madrid must also fight with UEFA’s extended knockout scene. During New Champions League formatThe club has not automatically qualified for the round of 16 And instead have to compete in an extra two-leg play-off round.
Finishing 11th group step rankingMadrid is now facing the prospect of playing two more matches – potentially against Manchester City or Celtic– Before even reaches the round of 16.
This means:
- An already packed fixture schedule becomes even more demanding.
- Important players will have more opportunities to pick up suspensions.
- Increased fatigue and injuries risks before decisive laiga -fix tours.
If Madrid is drawn to the cityit would put up a blockbuster -slip between Pep Guardiola’s reigning European champion and on 14 o’clock Champions League winner– A battle that can eliminate one of the tournament favorites in the early stages.
“The new Champions League format has shown that smaller teams can also pull off an upset,” Spanish journalist Dani Garrido noted. He also criticized the revised yellow card system and called it a “Real shame.”
Vinicius disciplinary record: Growing concern
Vinicius’ playing style has always been intense, but his Disciplinary record this season has raised alarm.
- Five yellow cards in La Liga
- Three yellow cards in the Champions League
- Additional Reservations in the Spanish Super Cup and Uefa Super Cup
- Total: 10 yellow cards this season
These figures are surprising, especially for one forwardAs an attacker in general, fewer bookings than defenders or midfielders. Vinicius’ often protests, emotional reactions and confrontations with judges has made him a frequent target for caution.
His red card against valencia Earlier in the season was an excellent example of how his emotions could be better by him. Given UEFA’s new rules, if he picks up two yellow cards in the upcoming two Champions League matches, He will be canceled for each additional booking afterwards.
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