Real Madrid to appeal Vinicius’ suspension to Spain’s top sports tribunal – report

Real Madrid to appeal Vinicius’ suspension to Spain’s top sports tribunal – report Real Madrid are preparing to appeal Vinicius Jr.’s four-match suspension to Spain’s Administrative Court of Sport (TAD) after the Spanish Football Federation’s Appeals Committee rejected their latest challenge, according to Guillermo Rai of The Athletic . The Brazilian winger’s ban threatens to rule him out of Real Madrid’s El Clasico meeting with Barcelona on October 25, making the club’s next legal move particularly significant.  Real Madrid are therefore expected to take the case to TAD in an attempt to challenge the punishment following the rejection of their appeal at federation level. Real Madrid take Vinicius suspension appeal to TAD It must be remembered that Vinicius was sent off during Real Madrid’s La Liga match against Villarreal after pulling an opponent’s hair.  The incident resulted in a four-game suspension , leaving the club facing the prospect of losing one of their key attacking players for a crucial run of fixtures. The four-match ban comprises a standard two-game suspension for the hair-pulling incident, with another two matches added because of Vinicius’ conduct towards the referee following his dismissal. Real Madrid plan TAD appeal after RFEF rejects Vinicius’ suspension challenge. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) Real Madrid challenged the punishment, but the RFEF Appeals Committee rejected their appeal.  Now, according to the aforementioned report, the club is preparing to take the matter to Spain’s Administrative Court of Sport, the country’s highest body for sports law. Notably, TAD is attached to the National Sports Council but operates independently.  Its involvement would give Real Madrid a strong stage in their attempt to challenge the disciplinary decision, although a further appeal does not guarantee that the suspension will be reduced or overturned. Vinicius faces missing El Clasico against Barcelona The suspension currently puts four fixtures at risk for Vinicius, beginning with Real Madrid’s home game against Sevilla.  If the punishment remains unchanged, the Brazilian will also miss the trip to face Barcelona on October 25, followed by matches against Racing Santander and Valencia. Vinicius could miss El Clasico as Real Madrid prepare fresh appeal. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) His potential absence from El Clasico would be a significant concern for Real Madrid, given his importance to their attacking play.  Vinicius faces scrutiny after difficult start to 2026-27 The disciplinary setback comes during a challenging opening period of the 2026-27 season for Vinicius.  He has recorded one goal and three assists in 10 appearances and has faced repeated whistles from sections of the Bernabeu crowd. Vinicius started Real Madrid’s dramatic 4-3 Champions League victory over Roma but was substituted for Endrick, who scored an 85th-minute equaliser. With his performances under scrutiny and a potential absence from El Clasico looming, the appeal has become an important issue for both the player and the club.