UCL: Real Madrid Defender, Dani Carvajal Faces Disciplinary Action for Grabbing Bukayo Saka’s Neck

• UEFA Set to Investigate Carvajal After Tense Tunnel Incident with Saka.

• Real Madrid Star Faces Potential Suspension for Grabbing Arsenal Forward.

• Champions League Drama: Carvajal’s Clash with Saka Sparks UEFA Action.

Real Madrid’s Dani Carvajal is under investigation following his off-field conduct during their UEFA Champions League quarter-final defeat to Arsenal.

The Spanish right-back, currently out injured, could now face UEFA disciplinary action after allegedly grabbing Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka by the neck during the halftime interval.

The incident unfolded during a tense second leg, where Arsenal came into the Santiago Bernabéu with a 3–0 advantage from the first leg.

Saka nearly extended the lead with a Panenka penalty, which was saved by Thibaut Courtois, sparking visible frustration—especially from Carvajal, who was watching from the stands.

Why Dani Carvajal Is in Trouble with UEFA

According to MARCA, Carvajal didn’t take kindly to Saka’s attempted Panenka and approached him in the tunnel at halftime.

Reports claim the Real Madrid defender caught Saka by the neck and pulled his arm, in what appears to be a reaction to the perceived disrespect.

> “Panenka penalty at the home of Real Madrid” — MARCA reports Carvajal’s displeasure with Saka’s penalty style.

This altercation, though brief, could carry serious consequences under UEFA’s code of conduct.

UEFA Disciplinary Action Expected Against Carvajal

With match officials and video evidence likely involved, UEFA is expected to open a case into Dani Carvajal’s UEFA disciplinary action.

While players can be passionate in high-stakes matches, UEFA holds all participants, on or off the pitch to strict standards of sportsmanship.

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Disciplinary measures may include a fine or suspension, especially since Carvajal was not even on the team sheet due to injury.

Saka’s Response: Poise and a Goal

Despite the drama, Bukayo Saka remained focused.

In the 65th minute, he calmly chipped the ball over the keeper to add to Arsenal’s aggregate lead.

His response showed class and professionalism—qualities UEFA strongly promotes.

Saka’s performance ultimately overshadowed the tunnel controversy and reinforced Arsenal’s dominance in the tie.

Conclusion: What Happens Next for Real Madrid and Carvajal?

If UEFA follows through with a formal investigation, Dani Carvajal could face suspension for unsporting behavior—highlighting the governing body’s zero-tolerance stance on physical confrontations, even off the field.

As UEFA disciplinary proceedings unfold, Real Madrid may have to navigate key fixtures without one of their veteran defenders.

Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops:

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