Real Madrid’s 2-2 draw with Valencia on Saturday night has been overshadowed by controversy, with referee Jesus Gil Manzano blowing the full-time whistle seconds before Jude Bellingham headed in what would have been Los Blancos’ winning goal.
This incensed Real Madrid, particularly Bellingham, who was given a red card by Gil Manzano for his outburst. That means the English midfielder will miss next weekend’s game against Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabeu, however he might be punished for more matches depending on what Gil Manzano says in his referee report.
Regardless, Real Madrid intends to appeal the red card issued to Bellingham, as reported by Arancha Rodriguez. It means that the Spanish Football Federation’s Competition Committee will review the situation next week.
Real Madrid is likely to be told of this decision on Wednesday or Thursday. They will be desperate to have Bellingham available for the match against Celta, especially after dropping points in the La Liga title fight against Valencia.