Antonio Rudiger issues statement as Real Madrid star faces ban for attacking referee

Antonio Rudiger is facing a lengthy ban (Picture: Getty)Antonio Rudiger has released a statement following the red card he received in the aftermath of Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey final defeat against Barcelona.The Real defender is facing a lengthy suspension after appearing to throw ice at the referee and shouting aggressively while being held back by histeammates during the closing stages of last night’s thrilling match.Referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoechea also handed out red cards