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“Ban” for Almeyda for the “Outburst” in the Match Against Sevilla – Which Games He Will Miss

Published February 18, 2026, 12:21

Matías Almeyda, Sevilla's coach, has been banned for seven games for his behavior in the match against Alavés. The punishment applies to the matches against Getafe, Betis, Rayo Vallecano, Barcelona, Valencia, Oviedo, and Atlético Madrid. Almeyda had strong protests against the refereeing and was sent off in the 85th minute, confronting the referee in a provocative manner and kicking a water bottle. The match report states that Almeyda was shouting and making gestures of disapproval towards the referee, refusing to leave the technical area. His behavior caused a three-minute interruption of the match.