Matheus Cunha loses his head in the fifth round of the FA Cup tie, banned for three games

The Wolverhampton Wanderers’ star player and a current hot property in the transfer mill, Matheus Cunha lost his head during the fifth round of the FA Cup fixture, receiving the red card in the dying embers of the game. With this, the club’s Premier League stay might be endangered without his presence for multiple games.

What did Matheus Cunha do in the game? 

In the fifth round of the FA Cup, the Molineux-based outfit faced AFC Bournemouth, who were enjoying a strong run of form in the Premier League. Evanilson scored in the 30th minute to put his side in front, but at the hour mark, Cunha equalized for Bournemouth. The game remained level after 90 minutes, pushing it into extra time. In the final seconds of the game, Matheus Cunha clashed with AFC Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez, kicking him while the player was down. Once the Hungarian got back on his feet, Cunha headbutted him, earning a red card for his actions.

Referee Sam Barrott reached for his pocket and sent off the Brazilian international, who was in shock and protested the decision. The support staff had to escort him down the tunnel. In the penalty shootout, without their star player, Wolves lost to Bournemouth 5-4.

Vitor Pereira, Wolves’ head coach stated that the high emotions during the game caused this incident. He said: 

Of course, the emotional side was very high and not only inside the pitch, but on the bench and in the stands, a lot of pressure everywhere. In the end it happens

What did Matheus Cunha write in his apology? 

Taking Instagram to pin down his thoughts, the Wolverhampton Wanderers star performer mentioned that he is proud of his side’s performance in the game. He also apologized for losing his head during the game. He said: 

In the end another game where you guys did your best. 

I couldn't lose my head at the end. Sorry

What does this mean for Wolverhampton Wanderers? 

With a straight red card in the English Cup competition, the Brazilian midfielder will miss at least three games for Wolves in the Premier League. The Midlands club will face Everton and Southampton before the international break, and they will also play West Ham United in these three fixtures. However, his actions could warrant a longer suspension, which could be detrimental to Wolves' relegation battle.