Rafael Leão Handed One-Game Ban for Simulation

Portugal's Rafael Leão to Miss Next Match Due to Suspension

Rafael Leão, the Portuguese winger who plays for AC Milan, will be unable to participate in the upcoming match due to a one-game suspension. The player received a yellow card for diving in two consecutive games, resulting in his suspension.

The incident occurred during Portugal's 3-0 victory over Turkey on June 22, 2024, at the BVB Stadion Dortmund. Bernardo Silva scored the opening goal in the 23rd minute, followed by an own goal from Turkey's Samet Akaydin in the 37th minute. Bruno Fernandes secured Portugal's win with a tap-in, assisted by Cristiano Ronaldo, in the 62nd minute.

Despite Leão's absence, Portugal is set to face Georgia in their final Group F match at the 2024 Euro on June 26, 2024, at 9 p.m. local time at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen.