Vinicius Jr Apologizes After Red Card for Hair Pull in LaLiga Match

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr apologizes after red card for hair pull during LaLiga clash against Villarreal. Potential ban looms ahead of El Clasico.

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October 11, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Madrid, Spain — Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr has issued an apology to his teammates and fans following a controversial red card in the club’s 1-0 LaLiga victory over Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday.

The incident occurred when VAR officials reviewed a goal by Vinicius and determined that he had committed violent conduct by pulling Nathan Saliba’s hair during the buildup. The Brazilian was shown a straight red card, ending his 20-minute appearance off the bench.

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Vinicius took to social media to express regret, writing, “Sorry to the team and the fans.” He now awaits a decision from the Spanish Football Federation’s disciplinary committee, which could result in a one- to three-match suspension. His next match against Barcelona on October 25 could be at risk, a major concern for the 26-year-old Brazil international.

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