Copa del Rey news

Real Madrid won't punish Pepe

January 21, 2012
By ESPNsoccernet staff
Real Madrid will not punish defender Pepe for his apparent stamp on Barcelona's Lionel Messi during a typically fiery meeting between the two sides in the Copa del Rey in midweek.

• Pepe issues stamp apology

Pepe appeared to stamp on the hand of Messi while the Argentinian forward was on the ground during Barca's 2-1 win in Madrid, prompting widespread criticism, and Mourinho warned the Portugal defender he would face disciplinary action if it was seen to be deliberate.
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