Juventus star Pierre Kalulu was involved in a physical brawl with Lazio's Taty Castellanos over the weekend and he has been handed a two-match ban.

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• Kalulu slapped with a two-game ban for violent conduct
• Defender struck Lazio forward Castellanos during their meeting last weekend
• Might prove to be a huge blow to Juve's UCL qualification chances

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Juventus have been dealt a blow in their push for a top-four finish after defender Kalulu was handed a two-match ban for striking Lazio forward Castellanos during their recent Serie A clash. The incident, which occurred in the second half, was reviewed by the disciplinary committee and deemed violent conduct, further compounding the pressure on Igor Tudor’s side as the race for Champions League qualification intensifies.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The incident occurred near the hour mark in the second half, when Kalulu appeared to attempt to hit Castellanos in the back. Juve were leading by a goal at that point, but Kalulu's sending off helped Lazio pile on the pressure in the closing stages, as Matias Vecino scored the equaliser in the sixth minute of stoppage time. The draw could prove costly for the Bianconeri, who are yet to secure the fourth spot and subsequently, a spot in next season's Champions League.

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  In addition to the ban, Kalulu will also be fined by Juventus for his misconduct on the field. Per reports from (h/t Football Italia), the Old Lady will be fined around €50,000-€60,000.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR PIERRE KALULU?

  The French centre-back's season is effectively over, as Juve have just two more games to play. Kalulu will now return to play in the Club World Cup next month.

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