The Spanish soccer federation on Tuesday suspended Lionel Messi for two matches after the Barcelona forward hit an opponent in an off-the-ball incident during the Spanish Super Cup final against Atletic Bilbao.

Lionel Messi banned for two matches after historic Barcelona red card

After playing over 750 games for Barcelona, Lionel Messi received his first red card while playing for the Spanish giants. The Argentine received the red in the final moments of the Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Athletic Club in the finals of Spanish Super Cup.

Barcelona star Lionel Messi receives first red card in club career

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Lionel Messi banned for two matches after historic Barcelona red card

Barcelona star Lionel Messi receives first red card in club career