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Inter Milan Loan Watch: Argentine Youngster Handed Two-Match Ban For Estudiantes
TL;DR
Inter Milan loanee Tomas Palacios has received a two-match ban from the Argentine football federation due to a red card issued during a match against San Lorenzo. The suspension follows a review of incidents from the 13th round of the Apertura tournament.
Inter Milan Loan Watch: Argentine Youngster Handed Two-Match Ban For Estudiantes
Inter Milan loanee Tomas Palacios has been suspended for two matches by the Argentine football federation following his red card in the Estudiantes clash with San Lorenzo.
The Argentine football league confirmed the sanction after reviewing incidents from the 13th round of the Apertura tournament.
Palacios was dismissed after landing a high kick on San Lorenzo defender Nicolas Tripichio during a corner kick.
Before then confronting referee Sebastian Zunino, according to FCInterNews.
Inter Loanee Palacios To Miss Two Liga Matches But Available For Estudiantes In Copa Libertadores
Indeed, the Inter defender will miss Estudiantes’ upcoming fixtures against Union and Instituto in Cordoba.
However, he remains available for the Copa Libertadores clash against Cusco, which falls outside the scope of the domestic ban.
Therefore, his next league appearance will come against Talleres on Saturday April 25th.
His absence will come as a blow for the Argentine side.
Since signing on loan in the winter transfer market, the defender has impressed in his home country.
Some reports even claim he has been up for consideration for the Argentina national team, as they prepare to pick their squad for the World Cup.
Estudiantes coach Thomas Medina also received a one-match touchline ban and a fine of 840,000 pesos, equivalent to approximately €520, for his own conduct during the incident.
Q&A
Why was Tomas Palacios suspended for two matches?
Tomas Palacios was suspended for two matches after receiving a red card for a high kick on San Lorenzo defender Nicolas Tripichio during a corner kick.
What incident led to the red card for Tomas Palacios?
The red card was issued after Palacios landed a high kick on Nicolas Tripichio during a match between Estudiantes and San Lorenzo.
Which tournament was Tomas Palacios playing in when he received the ban?
Tomas Palacios received the ban while playing in the 13th round of the Apertura tournament in Argentina.
