“Wesley suspended after controversial draw between Roma and Juventus in Serie A.”

The latest round of Serie A brought with it a series of suspensions that are making headlines in the football world. Lega Serie A confirmed that AS Roma’s left-back, Wesley Franca, is one of six players who will miss the next game following the 27th round of the 2025-26 season. The emotional match between Roma and Juventus, which ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, had consequences for several players, and Wesley was not spared.

The tensions on the pitch were palpable, and the young Brazilian talent, Wesley, found himself receiving his fifth yellow card of the season during this intense clash. With this card, Wesley will have to serve a one-match suspension, meaning he will be unavailable for Roma’s crucial match against Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi, next Sunday.

In addition to Wesley, other players who were also penalized include Fiorentina’s Fabiano Parisi and Bologna’s Remo Freuler, both of whom also received a suspension of one match after receiving their fifth yellow card. Freuler will miss the clash between Bologna and Verona, while Parisi and Lautaro Valenti will not be able to assist Fiorentina in their match against Parma.

The situation is not limited to just yellow cards. Sassuolo forward Andrea Pinamonti was the only player to receive a direct red card during the round, resulting in a forced absence for his team’s trip to Rome, where they will face Lazio next Monday.

The pressure on Wesley and the other penalized players is palpable, as each suspension can have a significant impact on the title race and the battle for survival. Serie A remains an exciting spectacle, but the disciplinary consequences can alter the course of teams. Fans are now eagerly awaiting to see how their teams will react to these crucial absences in the upcoming matches.