Álex Baena

Álex Baena is a 24-year-old Spanish footballer (born in Roquetas de Mar, 2001). He is currently newsworthy due to an incident in a recent Real Madrid vs. Atlético de Madrid derby match. During the game, Real Madrid's Fede Valverde was shown a straight red card for a foul on Baena in the 77th minute. This expulsion has sparked considerable debate, with some questioning the severity of the punishment and others highlighting a history of prior altercations between Valverde and Baena. The referee's justification for the red card further fueled the controversy. Baena's involvement in this high-profile incident, which significantly impacted the outcome of the derby, has brought him into the spotlight, making him a central figure in the post-match discussions and analysis.