PSG coach Luis Enrique is facing a potential ban after slapping Chelsea’s João Pedro following the Club World Cup final, with FIFA considering disciplinary action.

Luis Enrique, the PSG coach, is under scrutiny after a heated exchange with Chelsea players following the Club World Cup final. The incident occurred after Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over PSG, where Enrique pushed João Pedro to the ground, sparking a melee between the two teams. 

Enrique defended his actions, citing the high tension at the end of the match and claiming he was trying to prevent his players from escalating the situation.

The PSG coach’s actions have sparked widespread criticism, with many questioning his behavior. 

Former La Liga referee Eduardo Iturralde Gonzalez warned that Enrique could face a lengthy ban, potentially up to a month, which would prevent him from coaching or even training the team. Gonzalez emphasized that FIFA has the authority to impose sanctions beyond the tournament’s disciplinary framework.

Enrique’s explanation for his actions has not convinced many, and FIFA is likely to take disciplinary action against him. 

Gonzalez lambasted Enrique, saying, “You can’t touch an opponent’s face. I mean, that’s already a humiliating issue, that you have to go over and punch a player in the face when the game is over.” The incident has sparked a heated debate about the coach’s behavior and the potential consequences he may face.

FIFA is reviewing match footage and officials’ reports to determine the appropriate disciplinary action.

With the governing body’s authority to impose sanctions beyond the tournament’s disciplinary framework, Enrique may face sanctions. If sanctioned, Enrique would miss crucial matches, potentially impacting PSG’s performance in upcoming games.