The VAR saved Reinildo from a direct red card

The Mozambican footballer was expelled in the first instance by González Fuertes.

Referee González Fuentes shows a red card to Atlético de Madrid’s Mozambican midfielder, Reinildo Mandava

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The VAR saved Reinildo from a direct red card

Reinildo Mandavasoccer player Atletico Madridcould have seen his first expulsion in Spain since he arrived at the rojiblanco team in the winter market. The Mozambican always goes strong on divided balls and this time it could cost him dearly.

In the 39th minute, the referee Gonzalez Strong He was expelled with a direct red card for an entry with both feet and the studs in front of Alcaraz. The Mozambican was hoarse trying to make the referee understand that he had not touched his rival.

The action that almost cost Reinildo Mandava expulsion at Atlético de Madrid-Cádiz.

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Although the images did confirm that it had touched him, the WHERE He called the referee and he, after seeing the play, changed the red for yellow because before hitting the foot of the Cadiz player he had touched the ball. It was what saved him.

Diego Simeonon the sideline, applauded the change of decision by the refereeing body.