Bournemouth Striker Evanilson Wins Appeal Against Suspension

Bournemouth striker Evanilson has successfully appealed his three-match ban after having his red card rescinded, making him available for the team's upcoming Premier League match against Arsenal.

Bournemouth striker Evanilson has had his red card rescinded, allowing him to play in the team's upcoming match against Arsenal. The 25-year-old Brazilian was sent off in the 70th minute of Bournemouth's 1-1 draw with Manchester United after a VAR review upgraded his yellow card to red for a challenge on Noussair Mazraoui.

We can confirm that Evanilson has had his red card from Sunday rescinded.

He will be available to face Arsenal this weekend. pic.twitter.com/lkRCUCbdra

— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) April 30, 2025

An independent regulatory commission removed Evanilson's three-match ban following a successful appeal, according to the English Football Association. This decision means Evanilson will be available for selection by coach Andoni Iraola for the match against Arsenal, a crucial game for Bournemouth's European aspirations.

Evanilson's red card against Manchester United has been overturned after a successful appeal by Bournemouth 📝pic.twitter.com/ePy8w7P7bM

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) April 30, 2025

Evanilson's red card was heavily debated, with some questioning the VAR decision. The incident occurred when Evanilson slipped and knocked Mazraoui to the ground, prompting the referee to initially give him a yellow card, which was later upgraded to red. Bournemouth's manager believes the VAR call was “completely unjustified” and potentially cost his team two points and a chance at European qualification.

Bournemouth striker Evanilson has had his three-match ban overturned after successfully appealing the decision.

“An independent regulatory commission has removed Evanilson's three-match ban following a successful claim of wrongful dismissal,” the FA said in a statement. This means Evanilson will be available for Bournemouth's upcoming league fixtures, starting with their match against Arsenal on Saturday.