Benfica learn Prestianni’s ban after red card against Sporting | OneFootball

Gianluca Prestianni is suspended for one match, after receiving a straight red card in Benfica’s last league game against Sporting. The Eagles learned of the Argentine winger’s punishment this Thursday, December 11.

José Mourinho brought on Gianluca Prestianni – who may be on his way out – in the final stretch of the match against Sporting, as the Eagles were looking to complete the comeback at Estádio da Luz. However, the Argentine winger’s adventure in the Lisbon derby did not go as planned.

Just a few minutes after stepping onto the pitch, Gianluca Prestianni made a challenge on Geny Catamo while trying to stop a Sporting counterattack. The referee deemed the Benfica player’s foul too dangerous, and sent off the Argentine winger after VAR intervention.

In António Nobre’s view, Gianluca Prestianni committed “a reckless foul” when he “went in for a tackle on an opponent with excessive force, endangering the opponent’s physical integrity.” This was reportedly the reason for the one-match suspension given to the Benfica player.

Therefore, Gianluca Prestianni will miss Benfica’s trip to Moreira de Cónegos to face Moreirense. The player is expected to be available for José Mourinho’s selection in the following match, against Farense in the Portuguese Cup, as well as for the home game against Famalicão in the national league.

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