RFEF Upholds Hansi Flick’s One-Match Ban for El Clásico
The federation cited the referee’s report, which is presumed accurate absent material error.
Overview
- Barcelona’s appeal was dismissed on Wednesday, leaving Flick off the touchline at the Bernabéu unless a further appeal succeeds.
- Hansi Flick was sent off at Girona after two quick yellows from Jesús Gil Manzano for sarcastically applauding added time and for his reaction to the booking.
- Barcelona plan to take the case to the RFEF Appeals Committee in a bid to overturn the suspension before Sunday’s match.
- Club president Joan Laporta publicly backed Flick and criticized the referee’s handling, while sporting director Deco said officials are more rigorous with Barça.
- Barcelona visit Real Madrid two points back in La Liga and arrive buoyed by a 6–1 Champions League win over Olympiacos.