In a dramatic turn of events during Real Betis' 2-1 victory over Getafe on Sunday, Manchester United loanee Antony saw his impressive performance cut short when he received a straight red card in injury time for a dangerous challenge on Getafe defender Juan Iglesias.
The Brazilian winger, who has been experiencing a renaissance in Spanish football since his loan move to the Seville-based club, had earlier made a significant impact on the match by providing an assist for Isco's opening goal. This contribution marked his fifth goal involvement since joining Real Betis on a temporary basis until the season's conclusion.
Prior to the dismissal, Antony had been showcasing the form that had seemingly eluded him at Manchester United, with the player himself recently expressing satisfaction about "finding himself again" in LaLiga. However, his momentum will face an unwelcome interruption, as the red card means he will be forced to sit out Betis' upcoming crucial fixture against Real Madrid next Saturday.
The incident occurred when Antony lunged at Iglesias' ankle while attempting to close down the defender, leaving the referee with little choice but to produce the red card. This disciplinary action puts a temporary halt to what has otherwise been a promising spell for the Brazilian at his new club.
