Josip Mišić to miss Dinamo Zagreb derby against Hajduk Split

Dinamo Zagreb captain Josip Mišić will miss the upcoming major derby against Hajduk Split following a direct red card during a match against Lokomotiva. The dismissal occurred in the 69th minute after Mišić directed verbal insults toward referee Patrik Kolarić.

While initial reports on the SuperSport HNL official website fluctuated regarding the length of the suspension, Mišić is confirmed to be unavailable for the October 10th match at Poljud. The disciplinary committee's final decision is expected following the international break, with potential penalties for unsporting behavior ranging from one to five months or two to ten matches according to league regulations.

Former elite referee Damir Skomina commented on the incident, supporting the referee's decision to issue a red card to maintain professional standards. Meanwhile, the officiating assignment for the high-stakes derby remains uncertain as head of referees Bertrand Layec faces challenges selecting a suitable official due to existing international commitments and previous controversies involving other candidates.