Boca's defender was sent off near the end of the match against Banfield. The player explained his stance on how to act when it's time to play out from the back.
"We always try to play out from the back. At that moment, the decision was to keep the ball, but the referee understood that I took too long and decided to give me a second yellow," the footballer stated.
The defender's expulsion affected the outcome of the match, as Boca was forced to finish the game with one player less. Despite trying to maintain possession of the ball, the player's action sparked controversy that left the team at a numerical disadvantage during the crucial moments of the game.
The defender's attitude generated mixed opinions among the team's supporters, with some backing his intention to keep possession of the ball while others criticized his decision, considering that it jeopardized the final result of the match.
