Burrull Defends Camavinga’s Second Yellow: “Holding Ball Doesn’t Warrant Expulsion”

Referee Jure Vincic showed Eduardo Camavinga a second yellow card in the 86th minute for holding the ball. The decision sparked criticism from veteran official Alfonso Pérez Burrull. Burrull addressed the incident on the program ‘Marcador’ on Filmogaz.com.

What Burrull said

Burrull called the sending-off disproportionate. He noted Camavinga kept possession for only about three seconds.

He argued the referee should weigh what is at stake. Burrull said such rulings must consider the match’s overall impact.

On authority and balance

Burrull warned the decision bordered on an abuse of authority. He urged referees to show greater balance when managing late-match incidents.

Context and takeaway

The episode raised questions about time-wasting enforcement. Burrull defended Camavinga’s second yellow, saying that holding the ball doesn’t warrant expulsion in those circumstances.

His comments add to ongoing debate about consistency in officiating. The discussion was aired on the ‘Marcador’ program on Filmogaz.com.