Porto have reported Luis Suárez, Sporting bring fresh updates | OneFootball

Porto, which has filed a disciplinary complaint against Luis Suárez, following a gesture made by the Sporting striker during the Portuguese Cup Classic, now sees the complaint being submitted to the Disciplinary Council of the Portuguese Football Federation.

The Dragons’ complaint is not limited to the gesture by the ‘number 97’, as the blue and white club believes there were two other incidents warranting disciplinary action involving the Colombian striker and defender Bednarek. The issue concerns alleged actions that may have contributed to the defender’s exit, as he left the match complaining of pain in the rib area.

According to Porto, the first incident occurred in the 25th minute, in a play where Luis Suárez struck his opponent with his arm, a situation the referee Cláudio Pereira allowed to continue without issuing a warning. Near halftime, another incident in Porto’s penalty area ended with Bednarek on the ground after a collision with goalkeeper Diogo Costa, with the Sporting striker appearing behind him during the challenge.

The gesture initially pointed out by André Villas-Boas is not mentioned in the refereeing team’s report, nor was it subject to VAR intervention. Nevertheless, the Disciplinary Council is now expected to review the complaint and decide whether to open proceedings.

According to the regulations, if disciplinary proceedings are initiated and intent to offend honor or reputation is proven, Luis Suárez could face a suspension of between one and four matches. The usual procedures will follow, with a possible hearing of those involved before any formal decision is made.

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