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Machach Suspension Impacts Melbourne Victory

:Melbourne Victory FC is facing a significant setback with the suspension of midfielder Zinedine Machach. Following a red card in the A-League match against Sydney FC on Saturday, December 28, 2024, Machach has been suspended for one match by the independent Match Review Panel (MRP).

The incident, which occurred around the 15th minute of the match, was reviewed by the MRP, and it was determined that Machach committed the offence of `Serious foul play (e.g. when challenging for the ball).` As a result, he will serve a mandatory one-match suspension, making him ineligible to play in Melbourne Victory's away match against Auckland FC on Wednesday.

Machach will be eligible for selection again for Melbourne Victory's match against Western Sydney Wanderers FC on Saturday, January 4, 2025. This suspension could impact Melbourne Victory's performance in their upcoming match, highlighting the importance of squad depth and strategic team management.

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