Matias Almeyda, the head coach of Sevilla, has been handed a seven-match ban due to his actions during a La Liga match against Alaves. After receiving a red card for protesting a decision, Almeyda entered the pitch to vocally contest the referee's call, which caused tension on the field. His actions led to a disciplinary review by the Spanish football federation.

The federation’s disciplinary committee outlined the reasons for the ban, which included two matches for protesting, one match for failing to leave the field promptly following his ejection, three matches for displaying an attitude of contempt towards officials, and an additional match for unsporting conduct. This series of penalties reflects the federation's commitment to upholding sportsmanship and respect for referees in football.

Currently, Sevilla sits in 13th place in La Liga, just two points above the relegation zone, and with 14 matches left in the season, Almeyda will miss a significant number of games during this critical period. His absence could have substantial implications for the team's performance as they strive to avoid relegation and improve their league standing.