Why Facundo Bernal's headbutt on Lamine Yamal earned a red card and sparked debate in Real Betis vs Barcelona
New Delhi, Oct. 18 -- Real Betis were reduced to 10 men after Facundo Bernal received a direct red card for headbutting Lamine Yamal during their La Liga clash at La Cartuja on Saturday. The incident occurred in the 54th minute, just after Abde Ezzalzouli pulled a goal back to make it 2-3, and it proved decisive as Barcelona went on to win 2-5 and extend their perfect start to the season.
The flashpoint began immediately after Abde Ezzalzouli's counter-attack goal. Fermin Lopez was on the ground and appeared injured following a challenge in the build-up, prompting protests from Betis players. Lamine Yamal ran in and shoved Bernal during the confrontation. Bernal then grabbed the Barcelona teenager by the head and headbutted him.
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