FIFA has just delivered devastating news for the officials and referees involved in the Valencia vs. Real Madrid match, where Vinicius Jr. was shown a red card. The decision has led to the loss of their jobs

Vinicius Jr. of Real Madrid was shown a straight red card during a fiery La Liga match against Valencia, adding more drama to an already tense game. The Brazilian forward was sent off in the second half while Real Madrid struggled to find their form and trailed on the scoreboard.

The match had already seen several dramatic moments, including Bellingham missing a crucial penalty and Mbappé’s goal being ruled out. However, it was Vinicius Jr.’s altercation with Valencia goalkeeper Dimitrievski that became the key turning point.

Referee César Soto Grande, influenced by the charged atmosphere at Mestalla, reviewed the incident using VAR and decided to issue a red card to Vinicius Jr. The footage showed the Real Madrid player pushing Dimitrievski in the head and neck, causing the goalkeeper to fall. Soto Grande deemed the action deserving of a straight red card, leading to a furious reaction from Vinicius Jr., who was escorted off the pitch.

The red card turned out to be a crucial moment in the game, drastically lowering Real Madrid’s chances of a comeback. The team’s frustration was evident, and the dismissal further fueled the growing tension and drama of the already heated match.