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Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior sent off during match against Villarreal

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In a La Liga match, Real Madrid defeated Villarreal 1-0, but Vinicius Junior was sent off for hair pulling after a VAR review. His disallowed goal and subsequent red card have raised concerns about officiating standards. Independent confirmation remains limited regarding the potential consequences of his dismissal.

Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior sent off during match against Villarreal
Updated Oct 14, 2026 First reported Oct 10, 2026

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