According to journalists Nizaar Kinsella and Dale Johnson, Brentford plans to appeal the red card Igor Thiago received in Sunday's 0-2 away loss to Brighton & Hove Albion, hoping to overturn the three-match ban the Brazilian striker faces for violent conduct.
In the 23rd minute of the match, Chema Andrés approached Igor Thiago, who then raised his arm, making contact with the opponent's face. Referee Michael Oliver initially showed Igor Thiago a yellow card, but after a lengthy VAR review, he changed the decision to a direct red card.
Brentford believes that if it can be proven that Igor Thiago's action was not intentional, there is a strong argument that the incident does not constitute violent conduct, thereby warranting the red card and corresponding ban to be overturned.
The club re-examined the incident and available legal procedures on Monday, then decided to file an appeal. Brentford is expected to argue that the physical contact was unintentional as their main ground for appeal, seeking to have the three-match ban rescinded.
Should this appeal be unsuccessful, Brentford also plans to lodge a further appeal on the grounds of excessive punishment, hoping to reduce the ban to one or two matches.
In this match, Keith Andrews' team conceded first to Diego Gómez, falling behind 0-1. Before halftime, Brentford also gave away a penalty, which Gross converted, ultimately leading to Brentford's 0-2 away defeat.
Currently, Brentford is ranked 8th in the Premier League table going into the international break.
juhdelmpsy
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Let's get 100 football opinions! Should Igor Thiago be allowed to play the next match?
no
Muybdekt
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Football fans, let's be honest! Was Igor Thiago's red card really deserved, or did the referee make a mistake? I want opinions from both sides! 👇
Red card
Tokcelouy
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the red card will stand, the forearm reached the kneck
AFerRelf0958
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I don’t see a red card here. The player rushes to Igor while Igor is passing by him. Igor then extends his arm to push him away. It so happened that due to proximity, instead of the player being pushed with the palms, he was pushed by the forearm during its extension. Not saying he should push him, or that it is a sportsman-like response, but I don’t agree it is a red card offense.
IshmaelChimombo
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Football fans, let's be honest! Was Igor Thiago's red card really deserved, or did the referee make a mistake? I want opinions from both sides! 👇
you're new here you trying to get more likes relax my brother
BudsNow420
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Let's get 100 football opinions! Should Igor Thiago be allowed to play the next match?
BudsNow420
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Tag a Brentford fan and ask what they think about this appeal!
BudsNow420
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If you believe players deserve a fair hearing, give this comment a thumbs-up!
BudsNow420
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If you were the referee, would you have shown Igor Thiago a red card? Don't be afraid to give your honest opinion!
BudsNow420
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Red card or no red card? Let's see how many football fans agree that this decision deserves another look!
BudsNow420
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Imagine losing an important player because of a questionable referee decision. Should VAR have the final say?
BudsNow420
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Brentford are right to defend their player if they believe the decision was unfair. Like if you support fair treatment in football! 🐝
BudsNow420
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Football fans, let's be honest! Was Igor Thiago's red card really deserved, or did the referee make a mistake? I want opinions from both sides! 👇
BudsNow420
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Brentford supporters, show yourselves! Like this comment if you support the appeal! 🐝