Diego Costa shown straight red card for headbutting Ben Mee

Diego Costa was shown a straight red card for his headbutt on Ben Mee (Image: Premier League)Diego Costa was shown his first-ever Premier League red card at Brentford when he landed a headbutt on Ben Mee off the ball. The fiery Spaniard, who has a reputation for playing on the edge, certainty crossed the line in west London – when he received his marching orders following a VAR check.Costa has been leading the line for Wolves since joining on a free transfer in mid-September due to injuries to Sasa Kalajdzic and Raul Jimenez.But now Wolves will be without him until after the World Cup due to his petulance.Bobby Madley, who was making his return to refereeing Premier League action was left with no other choice but to show Costa the red card.Gary Lineker tweeted: “Diego Costa shown a red card for a headbutt. Who ever would’ve thought it?” Diego Costa was not happy with the decision despite conclusive VAR evidence (Image: GETTY)We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.For the latest news and breaking news visit: express.co.uk/sport/footballStay up to date with all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.Follow us on Twitter @dexpress_sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real time.We’re also on Facebook @dailyexpresssport – offering your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day to like, comment and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express and Express.co.uk.