Controversy surrounds Esteban Andrada after his aggression in Spanish football. LaLiga president Javier Tebas spoke out and called for an exemplary sanction against the Argentine goalkeeper, considering the punishment he could receive after his expulsion in the Aragonese derby insufficient.

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The executive was emphatic when referring to the punch that the Real Zaragoza goalkeeper threw at Jorge Pulido, a Huesca player, during matchday 37 of LaLiga Hypermotion.

“I think it's absolutely outrageous, and the sanction should be the maximum possible. It seems the regulations only mention 12 matches, when it really should have been a suspension of several months,” said Javier Tebas about the 35-year-old goalkeeper's actions.

What sanction could Andrada receive?

According to the regulations of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), An act of aggression without injury can be punished with a suspension of between 4 and 12 matches, while if there is physical harm, the punishment can increase to between 6 and 15 matches. In this case, the referee's report indicates that Jorge Pulido suffered a bruise on his cheekbone after the blow, which could aggravate the sanction. So far there is no official punishment, but it is estimated that Esteban Andrada could receive a suspension of between 10 and 15 matches, in addition to the red card already issued during the match. How did Andrada's aggression unfold in the derby? The incident occurred in the final minutes of the match between Zaragoza and Huesca, which ended 1-0 in favor of the visiting team. After a controversial play, Esteban Andrada pushed Jorge Pulido, an action that earned him his second yellow card. However, the situation escalated when, in the midst of a near-brawl, the goalkeeper threw a punch that knocked the defender to the ground. The incident generated immediate outrage and provoked reactions from both the coaching staff and the club.

Player's Apology and Club's Stance

Following the incident, Esteban Andrada acknowledged his mistake and offered a public apology.

“It's not a good image for anyone. It was a critical situation, I lost control and reacted that way. It's not a good image for the club, for the fans, or for a professional like myself. I won't do it again because I know I'm a public figure, a professional with many years of experience,” he stated.

Real Zaragoza also condemned the incident and announced that it will analyze the case to take internal measures.

Uncertain Future for Andrada and Rayados

The punishment could have direct consequences for the goalkeeper's future, whose loan with Rayados de Monterrey ends this summer.

If the suspension exceeds 10 matches, there is a possibility that he will serve part of the punishment outside of Spain, which would impact his Return to Liga MX.

With five matchdays remaining in the regular season and Zaragoza in the relegation zone, Esteban Andrada's sporting and disciplinary situation becomes even more precarious.

Precedents of similar sanctions

Cases like those of German 'Mono' Burgos and Hristo Stoichkov have served as a reference point for serious disciplinary situations, with suspensions approaching 12 matches.

Now, Esteban Andrada's case could set a new precedent, especially given the public and media pressure led by Javier Tebas, who insists that the punishment must go beyond the usual regulations.