Newcastle faced Liverpool in an intense match on Sunday, where Virgil van Dijk angrily left the field after receiving a direct red card during the first half.
Referee John Brooks deemed him deserving of the red card for a foul on Alexander Isak just outside the penalty area, as Isak was making a goal-threatening move.
The Reds' captain strongly disagreed with the referee's call and was even more frustrated when the VAR upheld the decision. His frustration was palpable during the game, leading some to suggest that his behavior might result in a longer suspension.
Typically, a direct red card for preventing a clear goal-scoring opportunity in the Premier League results in a one-match suspension.
However, the official Fantasy Premier League website hints that the Dutchman will be unavailable until September 16 due to suspension. This implies that the defender might miss only the upcoming match against Aston Villa and could potentially return for the game against Wolves following the international break.
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