The defensive midfielder’s job is supposed to entail preventing drama. Casemiro had been at the heart of it of late. His last four appearances have brought two goals, an assist and a red card. His last seven have included three assists and three bookings. Once of those cautions brought a ban.
And so Casemiro has missed two league matches through suspension in 2023 and they have finished 3-2 and 2-2. The last one he did not start in 2022 ended 6-3. If he offers entertainment on the pitch, perhaps he facilitates still more by not being on it.
