Ronaldo banned 2 games for breaking rival's nose
AP News | 2010-01-26 15:33:59
<div id="subtitle">Real Madrid winger Ronaldo suspended for 2 Spanish league games for breaking opponent's nose</div><div><p>Real Madrid winger Cristiano Ronaldo has been banned for two Spanish league games for breaking an opponent's nose.</p><p>The Spanish soccer federation fined Ronaldo $843 Tuesday for "dangerous play that caused harm." Madrid, which was fined $253, can appeal the decision.</p><p>Malaga defender Patrick Mtiliga will be out for three weeks after being struck in the face with Ronaldo's arm in the 70th minute of Madrid's 2-0 win Sunday. Ronaldo was given a red card.</p><p>Ronaldo will miss matches at Deportivo La Coruna and Espanyol. Madrid trails Barcelona by five points at the top of the league standings.</p><img src="http://admatch-syndication.mochila.com/images/ad.gif?aid=67824944&bid=informcom" /></div><div id="copyright"><div>
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