FIFA to probe fan violence during Argentina-Brazil qualifier
The recent fan violence at the Maracanã Stadium during a World Cup qualifying game has led to FIFA opening disciplinary cases against Argentina and Brazil. The Argentina football federation (AFA) has been charged with crowd disturbances and the late kickoff, while the Brazilian federation was charged with failures in managing security at the game they organized. The altercation among fans led to a delay in the start of the game, with the teams being led back to the dressing rooms and the game starting 27 minutes late.
The incident has prompted concern for the safety of the players and their families, with Argentina captain Lionel Messi expressing worry about the situation. Despite the disruptions, Argentina went on to win the game 1-0. FIFA has not provided a timeline for judging the case and imposing sanctions.
The next World Cup qualifying games for both teams are scheduled for September, with Brazil hosting Ecuador and Argentina hosting Chile. Additionally, Brazil and Argentina could potentially meet at the 2024 Copa América, which will be held in the United States from June 20 to July 14. The disciplinary cases are a reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety and security of all involved in football events.
An image capturing the disciplinary cases opened by FIFA against Argentina and Brazil after fan violence delayed the start of a World Cup qualifying game at the Maracanã Stadium.
The Argentina football federation (AFA) faced charges of crowd disturbances and the late kickoff at Tuesday’s game in Rio de Janeiro, while the Brazilian federation was charged with failures in managing security at the event, as stated by FIFA.
Amidst fights among fans after the national anthems, the start of the game was delayed by 27 minutes, with the teams eventually being led back to the dressing rooms.
Captain Lionel Messi expressed concern for the presence of players’ families amidst the chaos, emphasizing the need for the safety of all individuals involved.
Following Argentina’s 1-0 victory, FIFA announced that there is no set timetable for judgment of the case and imposition of sanctions. Both Brazil and Argentina are slated to play their next World Cup qualifying games in September, with Brazil hosting Ecuador and Argentina hosting Chile.
The potential for Brazil and Argentina to face off once again looms in the 2024 Copa América, set to take place in the United States from June 20 to July 14.
