Benfica ‘to file’ disciplinary complaint over Samu incident with Bah | OneFootball

Benfica are preparing to lodge a disciplinary complaint over an incident involving Samu and Alexander Bah in the closing stages of the Porto v Benfica clássico. According to O Jogo, the case will go to the FPF Disciplinary Council and will seek punishment for the forward.

The action is based on new footage recorded from the stand behind the goal amid late disorder. The clips appear to show Samu moving his right hand towards Bah’s back, after which the Benfica defender flinches, turns and shouts at him.

Benfica believe referee Miguel Nogueira did not see the incident. Bah, the Danish right-back, received a yellow card for protesting.

The clássico has continued to prompt discussion at Benfica, largely centred on refereeing decisions from the fiery finish.

On that basis, the club intend to ask for sanctions against FC Porto and Samu.

Source: O Jogo

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