Mallorca player Maffeo could be suspended for up to four matches for his ‘taunting’ gesture towards Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr

One of the images that the match between Real Madrid and Mallorca left us last night were those recorded by DAZN when Maffeo taunted Brazilian Vinicius in the first half. According to the images provided by the broadcast, you can see how the player of the Vermilion club moves his arms simulating that the Brazilian player of the white team is a crybaby.

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A gesture that, although not noticed by referee Muñiz Ruiz, could have disciplinary consequences for the football player. For this, Real Madrid needed to appeal to the Competition Commission because the regulation allows it by article 22 of the initiation of disciplinary proceedings and when it is clear that such a thing will be initiated.

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If so, the disciplinary authority will have to open a procedure against the Balearic player, in which he will be subject to a minimum punishment of one match. 

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This is stipulated in Article 126 of the same Code on words, expressions, and gestures which states that ” uttering words or expressions that decency or dignity or use gestures or gestures which, because of their obscene nature, are considered in the public opinion.” such as “Offences will result in a suspension of one to three matches or for a maximum period of one month.” The same is stated in article 125 regarding provocations and gestures of Maffeo, which states that “inciting one person against another without achieving the purpose, shall be punished by suspension from one to three matches or for maximum duration.” up to a month.”

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In the same line is article 129 on conduct contrary to good sporting order and it says that ” those who commit acts contrary to good sporting order shall be suspended for up to four matches or fined up to 602 euros when classified as a minor.” “. Thus, the actions of the Vermilion Club players could have consequences if Real Madrid decides to report it to RFEF.

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Pablo Maffeo mocked Vinicius Jr. with a controversial gesture