Following a meeting, the National Anti-Violence Commission decided to move the case involving the incident between Fede Valverde and Álex Baena from its original file to the Competition Committee. Anti-violence thus transfers the case to the competition body at the request of the committee, which had asked for a formal review. The competition will now initiate procedures to determine the appropriate sports sanction that could be applied to the Uruguayan player from Real Madrid.
What does this mean in practical terms? It is a positive development for Real Madrid, because under the new sports law, a case of violent conduct could carry sanctions ranging from a few weeks to several months of disqualification. The transfer to the Competition Committee opens a path for a formal evaluation and a clearer determination of penalties, if any are deemed warranted.
Baena filed a complaint, but Villarreal did not file a complaint
Villarreal did not lodge a formal complaint regarding the events. Baena reported the incident to the Castellón police over Valverde’s actions, and now the Anti-Violence unit is forwarding the matter to the Competition Committee. The committee will convene to review the file, hear the arguments from both sides, and, if it finds grounds, determine the sanction to be applied. This process emphasizes due process and the opportunity for both teams to present their positions before a final decision is issued.
What punishment could Fede Valverde receive?
The potential penalty for Valverde, if the committee finds disciplinary fault, could range from four to twelve matches. The minimum four-match sanction would reflect a lighter outcome, while the maximum twelve-match scope would represent a more severe consequence under the applicable sports rules. The exact sanction would depend on the committee’s assessment of intent, severity, and any previous disciplinary record, along with mitigating or aggravating factors presented in the hearing. These guidelines align with standard practices in professional football when evaluating on-field aggressions and public confrontations.
As this case progresses, observers will look to the committee’s rulings for clarity on how emerging anti-violence provisions are applied in high-profile incidents, and how similar cases might be treated across leagues. The objective of the review is to ensure fair evaluation, consistency in enforcement, and the maintenance of sporting integrity across competitions. (Goal)