Rafael Leao addresses red card incident during friendly against Chile
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Rafael Leao received a red card during a friendly match against Chile on June 6, 2026, after hitting an opponent while trying to defend a teammate. Leao stated on social media that he did not intend to harm the opponent and expressed gratitude for the support from fans. Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes commented on Leao's post, showing solidarity. Leao is expected to face a one-game suspension but will likely be available for Portugal's opening match at the 2026 World Cup against DR Congo on June 17.
- •Rafael Leao sent off for a foul during a friendly match
- •Incident occurred on June 6, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal
- •Leao aims to protect a teammate during the incident
- •Bruno Fernandes showed support through social media
- •Portugal's World Cup opener is on June 17 against DR Congo
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Rafael Leao explains red card as Man United star reacts with one-word message
"Rafael Leao insists he wanted to defend a teammate and ‘never intended to hurt the opponent’ when he was sent off in a friendly against Chile on Saturday, receiving support from Manchester United ...
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