In their La Liga match, Real Madrid defeated Las Palmas 4-1 with ease, but the game will also be remembered for a startling event in which Benito Ramirez was sent off with a straight red card.
In an unexpected turn of events, Las Palmas took the lead in the first minute thanks to a goal from Fabio Silva. But Real Madrid swiftly took back the initiative, securing their supremacy with three goals before halftime and a fourth in the second half.
The 65th minute was the night’s most contentious moment. With a careless, studs-up challenge, Benito Ramirez surged at Lucas Vazquez, landing a serious blow to the thigh.
Both teams responded instantly to the vicious tackle, which left Vazquez in obvious pain.
The referee issued a red card without hesitation after checking VAR, which is generally considered to be a fair decision. Las Palmas was reduced to ten men after Ramirez was sent off, which strengthened Real Madrid’s hold on the game.