Borja Sainz (foto: Getty Images)
Norwich City’s Borja Sainz, Championship top scorer, banned for six matches and fined €15,000 after spitting at Sunderland’s Chris Mepham in a controversial incident.
Borja Sainz, the top scorer of both Norwich City and the Championship, has been handed a six-game suspension after spitting at Chris Mepham during Norwich’s match against Sunderland. The 23-year-old Basque forward, who has scored 15 goals and provided three assists in 26 league appearances, was also fined €15,000 for his actions.
Sainz’s absence will undoubtedly impact Norwich City, as the club fights for a spot in the promotion playoffs, aiming to return to the Premier League, where they have frequently competed over the last decade.
Signed as a free agent in 2023 following a stint in the Turkish league, Sainz has proven to be an incredible addition to Norwich’s squad, delivering consistently impressive performances. His suspension leaves a void that Norwich will need to fill in their push for promotion.