Juve lose Nedved Appeal - Thursday 14 December, 2006
Juventus have failed in their appeal against the five-match ban handed to star midfielder Pavel Nedved.
The Czech was given the severe punishment after he was sent-off in injury time during the December 1 match with Genoa for stamping on opponent Francesco Bega.
He then reacted violently to referee Stefano Farina, offended him and voluntarily stamped on his foot, as confirmed by the report submitted to the League’s disciplinary commission.
“The foul on his opponent was judged as violent and voluntary by the referee. As to the following reaction, the report does not leave any margins for interpretation,” read an official statement.
“The player moved towards the referee with a threatening manner, complaining and voluntarily stepping on his left foot,” continued the note.
Juventus had decided to lodge an appeal against the verdict, considered unfair, and were hoping in a reduction of the punishment.
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