Barcelona appeal Luis Suarez ban to Court of Arbitration for Sport
Friday 17 February 2017 11:26, UK
Barcelona will continue their appeal against Luis Suarez's two-match ban by taking the case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
Suarez was shown a late red card for catching Koke with an elbow during the second leg of Barca's semi-final win over Atletico Madrid.
The Appeals Committee rejected the club's claim against the suspension - which only applies to cup matches - but Barca have confirmed they will refer the decision to CAS.
The club said in a statement: "The appeal is based on the argument that the player never struck the opposing player 'in a reckless manner' as stated in the match official's report."
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It has been reported that Suarez was punished for the dismissal, as well as for not going straight to the changing room after leaving the pitch.
Holders Barca beat Atletico 3-2 on aggregate to reach their fourth straight Copa del Rey final. They face Alaves in the final on May 27.
