
FIFA Announces Rico Lewis Suspension for Three Matches After Red Card Against Wydad
The Disciplinary Committee of the International Football Federation announced the suspension of Rico Lewis, a Manchester City player, for three matches following his red card in his team's match against Wydad Casablanca, as part of the group stage of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Manchester City had won against Wydad with a score of 2-0 in the match held on June 18 at Lincoln Financial Field, where Lewis was sent off in the 88th minute.
An official statement from FIFA indicated that the penalty was imposed due to the player's violation of Article 14 of the Disciplinary Code, while confirming the right of the party to appeal the decision.
Thus, Rico Lewis will miss Manchester City's upcoming matches against Al Ain from the UAE and Juventus from Italy, in addition to the Round of 16 match if the English team qualifies.
Manchester City had won against Wydad with a score of 2-0 in the match held on June 18 at Lincoln Financial Field, where Lewis was sent off in the 88th minute.
An official statement from FIFA indicated that the penalty was imposed due to the player's violation of Article 14 of the Disciplinary Code, while confirming the right of the party to appeal the decision.
Thus, Rico Lewis will miss Manchester City's upcoming matches against Al Ain from the UAE and Juventus from Italy, in addition to the Round of 16 match if the English team qualifies.