Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich Receives Two-Game Ban After Red Card Incident
Kimmich to miss crucial games against Borussia Dortmund and Heidenheim following early dismissal in Bayern's 8-0 victory over Darmstadt.
- Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich has been suspended for two games following his red card in the fourth minute of their 8-0 win over Darmstadt 98.
- The incident occurred when Kimmich failed to control a pass from his own goalkeeper Manuel Neuer and then pulled down Darmstadt's Marwin Mehlem at the edge of the box.
- As a result of the red card, Kimmich is set to miss crucial matches against Borussia Dortmund and Heidenheim.
- Bayern Munich, the reigning Bundesliga champions, currently sit in second place on 23 points, two behind league leaders Bayer Leverkusen.
- Darmstadt also had two players sent off in the same game, before conceding eight goals in the second half.