Antony Further Fuels the Real Madrid - Rfef War, the Unusual Decision by Competition

Antony's Suspension Has Been Overturned. The Competition Committee has upheld Betis's claims and nullified the red card. The Brazilian will be able to play against Real Madrid.

Betis Wins the Appeal

Good news for Betis and Pellegrini. The winger's expulsion was overturned after reviewing the video evidence. The club submitted a statement defending that the Brazilian's action did not deserve a direct red card.

Referee Alberola Rojas noted in the report a "tackle from behind" with "excessive force". However, Betis argued that Antony barely touched Iglesias without intending to commit a foul.

The Disciplinary Resolution

The Disciplinary Committee points out that there is a "clear material error" in the referee's report. In its report, it highlights that Antony "doesn't take his eyes off the ball" and "tries to intercept it without intending to contact the opponent".

As no intention to foul was observed, Betis's appeal is upheld, and the sanction is annulled. Antony thus avoids his first suspension for a direct red card and will be available on Saturday at Villamarín.

Indignation at Real Madrid

The decision has not been well received in the Madridist environment. They believe that the RFEF acts with double standards and that in similar situations, the rulings do not favor them.

Real Madrid remains in tension with the Federation, accumulating refereeing controversies this season. The annulment of Antony's sanction reignites the controversy.

Antony's presence is a relief for Pellegrini. Betis regains a game-changing player just before a crucial match against Real Madrid.

With this setback for the Whites, Saturday's duel promises to be full of tension. The Competition Committee's decision could make the difference in the final result.