Sanctions possible: Bellingham strikes Mallorca player on the head in match finale
Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
Real Madrid defeated Mallorca 3-0 in the Spanish Super Cup semifinal today, but the match's ending was marred by controversy.
Details: After Real Madrid scored their third goal, Jude Bellingham approached Mallorca defender Pablo Maffeo from behind and struck him on the head.
This was likely a reaction to Maffeo’s ongoing provocations toward Vinícius Júnior throughout the match.
The incident angered Mallorca players and led to a mass brawl between the two teams as the match concluded.
If La Liga’s disciplinary committee deems Bellingham's actions a violation, he could face a suspension.
Reminder: In a similar incident, Vinícius Júnior received a red card in Real Madrid’s last league match for a foul on Valencia goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski. He was subsequently suspended for two matches.