Théo Hernandez Suspended Two Matches by Serie A

AC Milan defender Théo Hernandez has received a two-match suspension for his aggressive protests directed at referee Luca Pairetto following a 2-1 defeat to Fiorentina. The disciplinary judge deemed his behavior as 'seriously disrespectful criticism', resulting in a straight red card after the final whistle. Hernandez will miss crucial upcoming Serie A matches against Udinese and Bologna. The match itself was tumultuous, marked by three saved penalties, including one taken by Hernandez, and saw Fiorentina's coach also ejected and fined. Milan currently sits sixth in the league, struggling with inconsistency and trailing league leaders Napoli. Hernandez's actions have drawn ire, especially as he reportedly usurped the designated penalty taker, Christian Pulisic, during the match.