Vinícius Júnior’s appeal against a four-match La Liga ban is rejected, and the suspension stands following his red card incident against Villarreal. The red card is tied to Vinícius grabbing Nathan Saliba’s hair, and La Liga upholds the sanction rather than reducing or overturning it.
Real Madrid and the player’s representatives seek additional recourse. Outlets report the club is preparing to challenge the decision through Spain’s higher sports-legal route, including an appeal to the Administrative Court of Sport (TAD). The Athletic adds that Real Madrid’s initial attempt has failed but the club is expected to pursue a further appeal.
Across the reports, there is agreement on the core outcome: the ban is upheld, and Vinícius is expected to miss El Clasico and additional league fixtures. The difference between outlets is mainly procedural emphasis—some focus on La Liga’s rejection, while others highlight the club’s next steps and the relevant tribunal.
