In an intense match for RSC Anderlecht, facing off against Guilherme's team, young defender Killian Sardella found himself in an awkward situation. After a duel escalated, the referee initially issued him a yellow card for a reckless headbutt towards Guilherme. However, following an intervention from the VAR, this yellow card was upgraded to a direct red, leaving Anderlecht to play with one fewer player for the remainder of the first half.

This decision sparked much controversy among fans and players alike. It was a moment of carelessness from Sardella, who at just 23 years old still has a lot to learn at the top level. Anderlecht, already under pressure to secure a result, now had to completely rethink their strategy with a man down on the field. The remainder of the first half became a battle to keep the defense intact and prevent the opponents from capitalizing on their numerical advantage.

As the match progressed, it became clear that Sardella's absence was taking a heavy toll on Anderlecht. The team had to dig deep and organize their defense to limit the damage. The second half promised to be a challenging struggle, with Anderlecht needing to give their all just to secure a point.