Barcelona boss Koeman faces 12-game ban following VAR criticism after El Clasico defeat

Barcelona manr Ronald Koeman's struggles in his debut season at Camp u seem to have end. Although his side bagged a victory against Dynamo Kyiv on Wednesday, maintaining ir perfect record in Champions League, boss might be facing disciplinary action for his past comments on Video Assistant Referee (VAR) during El Clasico defeat. 

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Barcelona VAR criticism to see Koeman banned?

Barcelona were humiliated by Real Madrid in El Clasico clash that was played on October 24. game saw Sergio Ramos net from penalty spot after a VAR check suggested handball from Clement Lenglet. But decision did t go down well with Koeman.

former Nerlands national team manr questioned VAR's efficacy. Koeman controversially claimed that techlogy has always worked against Barcelona since its introduction in LaLiga. He also took to Twitter to state that VAR decision played deciding factor in helping Los Blancos seal victory at Camp u. 

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Barcelona VAR criticism lands club in trouble 

Koeman's comments on VAR has landed him in a major controversy. According to new regulations under RFEF disciplinary code,  Dutch tactician could be handed a ban which could be extended between two to 12 games. Besides, he could also be compelled to pay a fine in range of €600 and €3,000. 

According to Spanish media publication AS, proceedings against manr could last three to four weeks. relevant authority will follow criteria that were set out while dealing with Manuel Pellegrini. Real Betis manr had also criticised VAR techlogy. 

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Barcelona struggle in LaLiga 

Apar from Koeman, disciplinary proceedings have also been initiated against Xavi Vilajoana, a key member of Josep Maria Bartomeu's board. Vilajoana had described El Clasico clash as a 'scandal' furr using cuss words against Juan Martínez Munuera, match referee who officiated Barcelona vs Real Madrid game. 

Besides Barcelona vs Real Madrid clash, Camp u outfit have endured to ir worst possible start since 2002. Catalan giants have bagged eight points in six LaLiga games, while leaders Real Sociedad have racked up 17 points, albeit playing two games more than Barcelona. 

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Im courtesy: Ronald Koeman Twitter