An episode that is controversial in Italy: Kenan Yildiz was expelled during the match between Juventus and Monza and thus risks missing the next two important and decisive matches in the Champions League race – against Bologna and Lazio. As a reminder, while the old lady led to the score (2-0) as half-time approach, Kenan Yildiz gave a violent elbow to Alessandro Bianco after a physical duel. The episode went unnoticed on the field, but not in Var. After reviewing the intervention on the instructor, the meeting referee, Daniele Perenzoni decided to give a red card to the Turkish striker. The number 10 of Juventus was expelled for violent behavior: a measure which could cost it two suspension games. A heavy absence for Tudor in view of direct clashes against Bologna and Lazio. The regulations, in its article 39 of the Code of Sports Justice is very clear on the issue.
“Footballers responsible for serious antactive behavior, on the occasion or during a match, will be liable, unless application of attenuating or aggravating circumstances, a minimum sanction of two days of disqualification”. On Instagram, Kenan Yildiz also apologized: “I am deeply sorry for what happened last night on the field. I had no intention of hitting my opponent and I apologize to him. I want to clarify that this is a gesture that has exceeded my real intentions and which does not reflect my nature and my way of living football. I also want to put my apologies to what happened to my teammates, my coach and the staff, the club and the supporters and thank them for their support which did not miss, even in this situation “.
