If he were in school, Ronaldo probably would get sent to the principal’s office.
But in the Brazilian League, his actions could get him suspended.
According to The Associated Press, Ronaldo will go on trial at a Brazilian sports tribunal for pulling hair and pinching a defender.
The three-time world soccer player of the year could miss up to three matches if found guilty in next week’s trial, the sports tribunal said Thursday.
The 32-year-old Ronaldo was denounced after TV images showed him grabbing the hair and pinching the face of defender Fahel on Sunday in Corinthians’ scoreless draw against Botafogo at Engenhao Stadium.
Ronaldo’s actions came as Fahel grabbed the striker’s jersey.
Fahel does not think any action should be taken.
“I think he was just upset at the time,” he said. “What happens on the field should stay there.”
