Through a statement, the governing body of South American football announced the measure against the Arabs for an incident that occurred during their debut in the Copa Libertadores.
By Alfonso Zuniga
05/01/2024 – 2:30 p.m. CLT
The beginning of the Libertadores Cup for Palestinian It wasn’t one of the best. Although he recovered in the victory against Millionairesat home they already suffered a very tough 0-4 defeat against Bolivarin a meeting that will have consequences on its economy.
Through an official statement, the Conmebol reported that he imposed a millionaire fine of US$5,000 dollars ($4.8 million pesos) for “violation of Article 12.1 literal d) of the Disciplinary Code” of the organization.
It should be noted that this sum of money will be subtracted from the amount to be received by Palestino in television or sponsorship rights. That is, of the US$3 million for participating in the group stage, plus the US$300 thousand by duel won.
Why is Conmebol punishing Palestino in the Copa Libertadores?
The aforementioned article indicates that “the Member Associations, the clubs and their players, the officials, the match officials and other members They must act at all times with respect and strict observance of the principles of loyalty, integrity and sportsmanship“.
While Article 12.1 literal d) emphatically expresses that there will be punishments for “insult in any way and by any means CONMEBOL, its authorities, officials, etc.”. To make matters worse, Palestino is warned that “There is no appeal against this decision.“, that is, it is unappealable.
When will you play again in the continental competition?
Palestino’s fourth match in Group E of the Copa Libertadores will be the last one they play at home, when the Tuesday May 7 receive the Flamengo of Brazil, starting at eight at night, at the Stadium Francisco Sánchez Rumoroso from Coquimbo.
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