Napoli opt not to appeal Koulibaly ban; player to be fined

28 set 2019

Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly was given a straight red card during the Neapolitan side's 1-0 home defeat to Cagliari midweek. After being sent off, Koulibaly demonstrated what the league describe as a 'disrespectful attitude' towards the referee.

For this reason, Koulibaly will not only be handed a two-match ban but also fined by his club as per the internal regulations of De Laurentiis club. The club have decided not to appeal the ban.

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