

Marcelo ban reduced to one match after Real Madrid appeal
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But after the red card, we had to implement new methods of play.

“We played a very high-level match and wanted to win. We have a stadium that can push us in Pretoria, and we trust in the players to continue the good work,” added Mokwena.ĭowns’ Moroccan defender Abdelmounaim Boutouil admitted Wydad would be tricky customers. We have to keep our feet firmly on the ground and remain focused. This is the Champions League, and we are still playing against a very good team with good players.

However, he warned his charges not to undermine their opponents when they visit Pretoria. He believes that before the red card Sundowns had an upper edge. They need a lot of appreciation these players because they were fantastic,” Mokwena said. They showed incredible work rate and tactical discipline as well as adaptation to a tough situation. “I’m proud of these players for their gallant performance in very difficult circumstances. Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena paid glowing tribute to his charges, saying they had put up a gallant fight to come off with a goalless draw. WHAT THE CAF RULES SAY ON RED CARDS Mamelodi SundownsĪccording to the CAF Champions League regulations, “a player sent off the field by the referee is to be automatically suspended from playing the subsequent match of the club’s competitions without prejudice to other sanctions, which the Organising Committee might impose on him subsequently.” Sundowns must win to progress to the final and avoid a draw with goals at all costs to stay. The Moroccans face the Brazilians at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday,, at 3pm.įARPost looks at what the CAF rules on the red card say and whether the duo will return for the final if they win on Saturday. The straight red cards mean the two will miss the return leg of the semi-final in Pretoria on Saturday. Marcelo Allende followed him for an early shower after another VAR review towards the end of the second half. Neo Maema was first to get marching orders in the 43rd minute for what was adjudged a reckless tackle. Mamelodi Sundowns had to put up a gallant fight after two red cards were given to Marcelo Allende and Neo Maema against Wydad Casablanca.ĭespite playing with nine-man against the defending African champions, Sundowns held on to a goalless draw in Casablanca.
