Bournemouth MF banned for at least three games after 'stamping on Hwang Hee Chan'...'It was retaliatory violence, clearly wrong'

Bournemouth midfielder Lewis Cook was sent off after punching Hwang Hee-chan in the face, prompting criticism in the United Kingdom.

Wolverhampton, who played Hwang Hee-chan in full-time, pulled off a 2-1 upset in the ninth round of the 2023-24 Premier League in Bournemouth, England, on Nov. 21 (local time). Hwang played a key role in the win over Bournemouth, first bringing down opposing midfielder Lewis Cook in the ninth minute and then assisting teammate Kalajic's game-winning goal in the 43rd minute. With Hwang's heroics, Wolverhampton's come-from-behind win over Bournemouth was their fourth consecutive unbeaten game, improving their record to 3 W, 2 D, 4 L (11 points) and putting them on course for a mid-table finish in the league.

The game between Wolverhampton and Bournemouth saw a twist in the form of Bournemouth midfielder Lewis Cook being sent off in the ninth minute of the second half, which proved to be crucial for both teams. Playing with a numerical disadvantage due to the sending off of Lewis Cook, Bournemouth ultimately came up short.

Lewis Cook pulled Hwang Hee-chan down as he attempted to dribble after Hwang had kept the ball. A scuffle ensued between Hwang and Cook, with Cook hitting Hwang in the face with his head, knocking him down. Lewis Cook was shown a straight red card by the referee and sent off. 먹튀검증 

'Lewis Cook acted in retaliation with what can only be described as a bashing,' said Bournemouth's local newspaper, the Bournemouth Echo, 'Lewis Cook was sent off for violent behavior and will serve a minimum three-match ban. It is likely that Lewis Cook will miss next month's games against Liverpool and Manchester City, as well as the trip to Burnley on April 28.

Chris Cook has been with Bournemouth since the 2016-17 season. During his six seasons in the Premier League, Chris Cook has made 110 Premier League appearances for the Cherries and has been one of their mainstays in the midfield. Bournemouth are in 19th place in the Premier League this season with a record of three draws and six defeats (three points), which puts them in the relegation zone, with a key midfield void and the concern of facing teams like Liverpool and Manchester City.

Bournemouth boss Mauricio Pochettino said of Lewis Cook's sending off for hitting Hwang Hee-chan: "I had a feeling it was a red card. Lewis Cook knew he made a mistake and apologized. The truth is that Lewis Cook created a difficult situation for his teammates. We could have at least gotten a 1-1 draw. But we conceded the goal in the worst possible way," he said.

Wolverhampton manager Gary O'Neill said: "I was surprised because I know Lewis Cook. "I know Lewis Cook, he's a great player, a talented player," O'Neill said, expressing his surprise at Cook's unexpected behavior.