Benfica believes Valverde should have been sent off for punching Samuel Dahl in the 83rd minute of the match at the Estadio da Luz. UEFA is expected to open a case to determine if retrospective punishment is warranted.
While a ban is possible, reports suggest the likelihood is low, as UEFA rarely overturns referee decisions. The club is also awaiting verdicts on the ongoing investigation into alleged racist abuse against Vinicius Junior.