A foolish act! Veiga sent off for brutal tackle on Yamal

Villarreal hosts Barcelona in the marquee match of La Liga's 17th round. The first half ended with a narrow lead for the Catalans after Raphinha converted a penalty.

Right at the end of the half, Renato Veiga saw red. The Portuguese defender lunged into a reckless challenge from behind on Lamine Yamal and was rightly sent off. The Catalan star winger received medical attention, returned to the pitch, and continued the game.

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The reaction from the Barça players was particularly noteworthy. Raphinha furiously argued with members of the "Yellow Submarine," while Koundé shouted something directly at Veiga.