In a duel between Real Madrid and Levante (1: 1) Marcelo left the field ahead of schedule, fouled on midfielder Jefferson Lerme.

At the end of the meeting, the referee in his protocol noted the behavior of the Brazilian as a rough foul at a time when the opponent did not own the ball. For such a violation in the regulations provides for disqualification for 1-3 matches.

Initially, Marcelo was suspended for 2 bouts, but Real Madrid filed an appeal that was granted.

As a result, the Brazilian will miss only 1 match on the road against Real Sociedad, and will return to the home match against Betis.

Earlier it was officially announced that Marcelo had signed a new contract with the "royal club".