Sevilla coach Matias Almeyda has been banned for seven matches after confronting the referee during a La Liga draw against Alaves last weekend.

• Almeyda's ban covers seven matches, equating to half of Sevilla's remaining 14 matches in La Liga.
• The ban was issued by the Spanish football federation's disciplinary committee, citing reasons including protests, refusing to leave the field, an "attitude of contempt" towards officials, and unsporting conduct.
• Sevilla is currently 13th in La Liga, with only a two-point lead above the relegation zone.