Tottenham Hotspur have suffered a setback in their bid to reduce Rodrigo Bentancur’s seven-match ban. The Uruguayan midfielder was suspended for a racist remark made towards teammate Heung-min Son during a Premier League match. Tottenham fail in Bentancur ban appeal ahead of Liverpool test
Tottenham appealed the decision, hoping to reduce the ban by one match, which would have allowed Bentancur to return for the crucial clash against Liverpool. However, the FA’s independent appeal board has upheld the original decision, meaning the midfielder will remain suspended until December 26th.
This is a significant blow for Tottenham, who are already dealing with a number of injury issues. Bentancur has been a key player for the club this season, and his absence will be felt in midfield.
Tottenham will now have to find a way to cope without Bentancur for the next few weeks. They will need to rely on their other midfielders, such as Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Yves Bissouma, to step up and fill the void.
The club will also need to be careful not to overwork their remaining players, as they face a busy schedule of fixtures in the coming weeks. With the January transfer window approaching, Tottenham may also consider bringing in reinforcements to bolster their midfield.
Despite the setback of Bentancur’s suspension, Tottenham remain confident of achieving their goals this season. The club has a talented squad and a strong manager in Ange Postecoglou. However, they will need to overcome a number of challenges, including injuries and suspensions, to be successful. Tottenham fail in Bentancur ban appeal ahead of Liverpool test
The incident involving Bentancur has highlighted the importance of tackling racism in football. The FA has taken a strong stance against discrimination, and it is important that players and fans alike are aware of the consequences of their actions.
