Lewandowski Suspension: Barcelona Seeks RFEF Action

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Lewandowski's Red Card: Barcelona Demands Action From RFEF

Barcelona is fuming. Their star striker, Robert Lewandowski, was given a straight red card in their opening La Liga match against Atletico Madrid on Sunday, and the Catalan club believes it was a wrongful decision. They're now calling on the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) to investigate the incident and take action.

What Happened?

In the 82nd minute of the match, Lewandowski collided with Atletico's goalkeeper, Jan Oblak, and the referee, Gil Manzano, deemed the challenge worthy of a red card. Barcelona argues that the contact was minimal and that Oblak exaggerated the incident. The red card left Barca with ten men, and they ultimately lost the game 1-0.

Barcelona's Frustration

The club's anger is palpable. They feel the referee made a rash decision that unfairly impacted their game. Xavi Hernandez, Barcelona's coach, expressed his frustration after the match, stating that "it was not a red card" and calling the refereeing "unfair."

RFEF Under Pressure

Barcelona's pleas for action are likely to put pressure on the RFEF. They're calling for a review of the red card decision and, potentially, a suspension reduction for Lewandowski. While the RFEF doesn't usually overturn refereeing decisions, the high profile of the incident and Barcelona's strong stance could force them to take a closer look.

Impact on Barca

Lewandowski's suspension, if upheld, could be a major blow to Barcelona's early season ambitions. They've already lost their first game, and losing their main goalscorer for any period could severely damage their chances of a strong start.

Stay Tuned...

The RFEF is yet to announce a decision, but this situation is sure to be a hot topic in Spanish football. We'll be following this story closely to see how the RFEF handles the pressure from Barcelona and what ultimately happens to Lewandowski's suspension.