

The Groguets had a difficult afternoon on Saturday as Villarreal and Getafe drew 0-0. But given the circumstances—they played the most of the game with 10 men—it was a result they could live with. Due to an off-the-ball incident, Alex Baena was sent off in the opening period. He seemed to elbow Getafe defender Stefan Mitrovic, and as a result of a VAR review, he was sent from the game.
Baena will miss at least two La Liga games for Villarreal, which is a significant setback in and of itself. However, according to MD, things might get worse for the 22-year-old because his ban can be increased to four games. According to referee Mateo Busquets Ferrer's report, Baena used excessive force; if the Competition Committee decides that it was a violent act, it might be elevated by one match. A second match might be added to the punishment if it is determined to constitute assault.