Porto player caught, could be punished for brutal attack on Benfica star | OneFootball

The Clássico between Porto and Benfica, played last Sunday, continues to spark controversy and promises to remain a talking point in the coming days. After new footage was shared on social media, the Eagles are set to file a complaint with the Disciplinary Board against Samu, following an incident involving Alexander Bah.

In the footage that has since emerged, the Spanish forward can be seen striking the back of the Benfica full-back with his hand, in a moment that ended up triggering a major confrontation between players and members of the coaching staffs, shortly before the final whistle.

Oskar Pietuszewski ended up joining the altercation, while João Palhinha and Borja Sainz also became involved in the most tense moment. The incident took place as the match was drawing to a close and ended with Porto winning 3-1. Miguel Nogueira, the referee of the match, ultimately showed only a yellow card to Alexander Bah, following the reaction of the Benfica player to the incident.

Inside the Eagles' dressing room, the gesture by the Porto forward was reportedly received with particular unease. From Benfica’s point of view, the contact went beyond the normal limits of a dispute between players and would justify a different disciplinary response.

In recent days, Benfica had already submitted several complaints to the Disciplinary Board of the Portuguese Football Federation regarding incidents that took place during and after the match. The new footage now promises to reignite the debate.

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