French defender Mohamed Simakan of Al-Nassr is will face a two-match suspension following his red card in the highly anticipated “Classico” clash against Al-Ahli Jeddah during the 20th round of the Saudi Roshn Professional League. The incident occurred in a thrilling match that saw Al-Nassr emerge victorious with a 3-2 scoreline. Simakan was sent off after losing his composure and physically confronting Al-Ahli’s English striker, Ivan Toney, who provoked him. The altercation stemmed from Simakan’s frustration over the referee’s decision to allow Al-Ahli’s equalizing goal in the 47th minute.
According to reports from the Saudi newspaper Al-Jazira, the Disciplinary and Ethics Committee of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation is expected to hand Simakan a two-match ban for his actions. The incident has sparked discussions among fans and analysts, emphasizing the importance of player conduct in critical moments of the game.
Simakan Faces Two-Match Ban After Red Card in Heavyweight Clash
