Given the nature of the incident, the single judge deemed it as a Category III action, meaning that the player would receive at least a five-game suspension. The judge has thus decided on the minimum sanction as stipulated in the rulebook. The detailed description of the single judge's decision can be reviewed here (in German). In addition to the suspension, Sakari Manninen will have to pay a fine of CHF 7500.-.
( 10 January 2025 | lle )