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Real Madrid Investigates Asencio After DUI, Court Fines €14,400

9/4/2026

Summary

Story summary

Real Madrid opened a disciplinary investigation into defender Raúl Asencio after his DUI.
He was stopped on August 16 in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Gran Canaria with 0.90 mg/l blood alcohol.
A Spanish court fined him €14,400 and suspended his licence for eight months.
Mourinho said Asencio’s injury will keep him sidelined for several weeks.
Mourinho warned repeated off-field mistakes damage Real Madrid’s reputation and said he is unhappy.

History

Historical Context

In 2009, Manchester United midfielder Rio Ferdinand was convicted of drink-driving, receiving a £1,200 fine and a six-month licence suspension. The Manchester Evening News reported the court also ordered community service, while United imposed a two-match ban, emphasizing zero tolerance. Today, Real Madrid opened a disciplinary probe into Raúl Asencio after a DUI that produced a €14,400 fine and an eight-month licence suspension. Both cases illustrate how elite clubs and national courts collaborate to safeguard reputations, deter repeat offenses, and enforce strict behavioral standards.

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Story summary

Real Madrid opened a disciplinary investigation into defender Raúl Asencio after his DUI.
He was stopped on August 16 in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Gran Canaria with 0.90 mg/l blood alcohol.
A Spanish court fined him €14,400 and suspended his licence for eight months.
Mourinho said Asencio’s injury will keep him sidelined for several weeks.
Mourinho warned repeated off-field mistakes damage Real Madrid’s reputation and said he is unhappy.

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