Adelaide forward Jovanovic laments shirt-tearing celebration leading to A-League semi-final suspension

Jovanovic netted twice as a substitute during Sundays 2-1 win against Melbourne City, his stoppage-time strike in the 98th minute securing a portion of the leagues Golden Boot alongside Auckland FCs Sam Cosgrove.

The young 20-year-old had ample reason for joy, yet removing his shirt resulted in a second yellow, following a caution just a minute prior for involvement in a widespread scuffle.

Jovanovic mentioned he was unaware during the excitement of the moment.

I grabbed my shirt from the ground and headed towards the centre circle, he explained to Australian press.

Then the referee shouted my name and showed a red card, leaving me stunned with an Oh my God reaction.

I truly wanted to feature in the upcoming match, though I trust my teammates will handle it well.

The sending-off caught Adelaide manager Airton Andrioli off guard too.

I had not noticed the initial booking amid that chaotic incident, he admitted.

Naturally, he feels some regret now, and so do we as a team.

Still, Id gladly accept it anytime, especially after his impactful substitute appearance with two goals.