West Ham Receive Boost as Edson Alvarez Avoids Additional Ban
West Ham United have been handed a welcome reprieve ahead of their trip to Newcastle United, as midfielder Edson Alvarez will be available for selection despite receiving his second red card of the season.
Alvarez served a one-match ban for his straight red card against Nottingham Forest and was expected to face an additional game suspension due to Premier League rules, which dictate that players receiving two red cards in a season incur an extra match ban.
However, it has emerged that Alvarez’s first red card, received in the Carabao Cup against Liverpool, does not count towards the Premier League’s “totting-up” system. This loophole, highlighted by (link unavailable), means Alvarez will not face an extended ban.
As a result, Alvarez will be eligible to play against Newcastle at St James’ Park. The Mexican midfielder has just represented his country in their World Cup qualifier against Honduras, where Mexico lost 2-0.
Alvarez’s availability will provide a timely boost to West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui, who has been grappling with midfield issues. The Spaniard will hope Alvarez can put his disciplinary issues behind him and deliver a strong performance against the Magpies.
Key Points:
- Edson Alvarez avoids additional ban despite second red card
- Premier League rules do not count Carabao Cup red cards towards “totting-up” system
- Alvarez served one-match ban for red card against Nottingham Forest
- Midfielder available for selection against Newcastle United
- West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui receives timely boost amid midfield concerns
With Alvarez back in contention, Lopetegui will be eager to see his midfielder make amends for his recent disciplinary lapses and contribute to a crucial away win at Newcastle.
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