Braian Sanchez Cleared to Play for Bengaluru Against East Bengal After Red Card Revocation

Bengaluru FC won an appeal that restores midfielder Braian Sanchez to the squad for the next fixture. The club confirmed the decision ahead of its Kolkata trip to face East Bengal.

Disciplinary committee decision

The All India Football Federation’s Disciplinary Committee reviewed the incident. It downgraded the original red card to a yellow, removing the automatic suspension.

Bengaluru issued a statement thanking the Committee for its review and due process. The ruling clears Sanchez to be selected for the upcoming match.

The incident and its match impact

Sanchez was sent off for violent conduct in the match against Kerala Blasters. The dismissal occurred in the 34th minute and left Bengaluru a player short.

The numerical disadvantage contributed to Bengaluru’s first home defeat to the Blasters. The result was costly in the standings.

Player form and team standings

Sanchez joined Bengaluru this season and has become a midfield regular. He has made 11 appearances, scored three goals, and provided one assist.

Bengaluru sit fifth after eight rounds of the truncated ISL 2025-26 season. East Bengal travel rivals are level on points but sit above Bengaluru on goal difference and have played one fewer match.

Looking ahead

With the red card revocation, Braian Sanchez is cleared to play and may start in Kolkata. The coaching staff will name the squad ahead of the showdown against the Red-and-Gold Brigade.

Published Apr 15, 2026. Source: Filmogaz.com.