Brazil, Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game
11 months, 1 week ago

Brazil, Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game

The Hindu  

The Brazilian and Argentine football federations were both fined by FIFA on Wednesday for a brawl between rival fans ahead of their World Cup qualifying game in November. Argentina was fined 20,000 Swiss francs for “lack of order or discipline in or around the stadium.” Argentina also was ordered to spend 50,000 Swiss francs on anti-discrimination education projects because of misconduct by fans at two previous World Cup qualifying games. Similar charges and sanctions were ordered against Chile, Colombia and Uruguay for fan discrimination at World Cup qualifying games. In Africa, Mali was fined 20,000 Swiss francs for fan misconduct at a World Cup qualifying game against Central African Republic for “failure to ensure the safety of the match officials and the players and officials of the visiting team during their stay.”

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Five Uruguay players suspended after Copa America brawl; Nunez banned for five games, Bentancur four
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Five Uruguay players suspended after Copa America brawl; Nunez banned for five games, Bentancur four

New Indian Express  

ASUNCION: South American soccer body CONMEBOL suspended on Wednesday several Uruguayan internationals due to incidents at the Copa America semi-final against Colombia in July. Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez will be out for five Uruguay fixtures, while Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur was banned for four matches. Uruguay’s next games in World Cup qualifying will be as host to Paraguay on Sept. …

'If Someone is Attacking Your family...': Luis Suarez Defends Uruguay Players Entering Stands Amid Copa America Brawl
5 months, 1 week ago

'If Someone is Attacking Your family...': Luis Suarez Defends Uruguay Players Entering Stands Amid Copa America Brawl

News 18  

Uruguay striker Luis Suárez defended his teammates’ decision to enter the stands following a 1-0 loss to Colombia in the Copa America semifinals, saying the action was necessary to defend families and supporters. “Obviously when one has your woman, your little child, your father, elderly people you want to go and see if they’re OK,” Suárez said. “But then I …

Colombia vs Uruguay, Copa America brawl: Luis Suárez supports teammates' decision to enter stands
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia vs Uruguay, Copa America brawl: Luis Suárez supports teammates' decision to enter stands

India TV News  

Luis Suárez has come out in support of his Uruguay teammates who stormed into the stands after the 1-0 loss at the hands of Colombia by saying that it was an act needed to defend their families and kids. Uruguay forward Darwin Núñez went into the stands and threw punches at the Colombian fans before the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police restored …

Uruguay players defend decision to enter crowd to protect families amid Copa America brawl
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguay players defend decision to enter crowd to protect families amid Copa America brawl

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Uruguay striker Luis Suárez defended his teammates’ decision to enter the stands following a 1-0 loss to Colombia in the Copa America semifinals, saying the action was necessary to defend families and supporters. “Obviously when one has your woman, your little child, your father, elderly people you want to go and see if they’re OK,” Suárez said. …

'Family in Danger': Ugly Scenes as Uruguay Players Brawl With Fans After Copa America Defeat; Watch
5 months, 1 week ago

'Family in Danger': Ugly Scenes as Uruguay Players Brawl With Fans After Copa America Defeat; Watch

News 18  

Liverpool star Darwin Nunez and other Uruguay players were involved in a brawl with Colombian fans which erupted after their 1-0 Copa America semi-final defeat on Wednesday. Television footage showed Uruguay striker Nunez unleashing a flurry of punches at Colombian supporters after jumping into the spectator seating at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium following an ill-tempered loss to Colombia. Uruguay …

Darwin Núñez, Uruguay teammates enter stands as fans fight after Copa America loss to Colombia
5 months, 1 week ago

Darwin Núñez, Uruguay teammates enter stands as fans fight after Copa America loss to Colombia

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Darwin Núñez and about a dozen Uruguay teammates went into the stands as fans brawled at Bank of America Stadium following a 1-0 loss to Colombia in a Copa America semifinal on Wednesday night. The crowd of 70,644 was about 90% in favor in Colombia, but a small patch of Uruguay fans fought with Colombia supporters as …

Uruguayan players go into stands to fight fans after Copa América match
5 months, 1 week ago

Uruguayan players go into stands to fight fans after Copa América match

LA Times  

Darwin Núñez and about a dozen Uruguay teammates went into the stands as fans brawled at Bank of America Stadium after a 1-0 loss to Colombia in a Copa América semifinal Wednesday night. The crowd of 70,644 was about 90% in favor in Colombia, but a small patch of Uruguay fans fought with Colombia supporters as beverages were thrown. About …

Brazil and Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game
11 months, 1 week ago

Brazil and Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game

Hindustan Times  

The Brazilian and Argentine soccer federations were both fined by FIFA on Wednesday for a brawl between rival fans ahead of their World Cup qualifying game in November. FILE - Police break up a fight between Brazilian and Argentinian fans that broke out prior to a qualifying soccer match for the FIFA World Cup 2026 The FIFA disciplinary panel fined …

Organisers accused of negligence over Brazil vs Argentina brawl
1 year, 1 month ago

Organisers accused of negligence over Brazil vs Argentina brawl

Firstpost  

The iconic Maracana stadium descended into chaos, as Argentina players tried in vain to get fans to stop the fray Brazilian police and football authorities traded blame Wednesday after a brawl broke out ahead of Brazil’s match against arch-rivals Argentina, leaving several injured in what fans called a “tragedy foretold.” Brazil’s football fan clubs association, ANATORG, said government authorities and …

Organisers accused of negligence over Brazil-Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers brawl
1 year, 1 month ago

Organisers accused of negligence over Brazil-Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers brawl

The Hindu  

Brazilian police and football authorities traded blame Wednesday after a brawl broke out ahead of Brazil’s match against arch-rivals Argentina, leaving several injured in what fans called a “tragedy foretold.” Brazil’s football fan clubs association, ANATORG, said government authorities and the Brazilian Football Confederation were “negligent” in seating rival fans next to each other at Tuesday’s epic clash in Rio …

FIFA chief gives stern statement on violence during Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA chief gives stern statement on violence during Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier

Hindustan Times  

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino said Wednesday there was no place in football for violence after ugly clashes ahead of Brazil's World Cup qualifier against Argentina. Fans of Argentina clash with Brazilian police before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualification football match between Brazil and Argentina at Maracana Stadium A skirmish between rival fans broke out …

FIFA president Infantino decries violence at Argentina v Brazil World Cup qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA president Infantino decries violence at Argentina v Brazil World Cup qualifier

The Hindu  

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino said Wednesday there was no place in football for violence after ugly clashes ahead of Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Argentina. A skirmish between rival fans broke out during the national anthems in a stand behind one of the goals at the Maracana stadium in Rio on Tuesday with Brazilian police confronting Argentina fans. “Players, fans, …

Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 in World Cup qualifying after crowd violence delays start
1 year, 1 month ago

Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 in World Cup qualifying after crowd violence delays start

Hindustan Times  

Many fans came to the Maracana Stadium to watch Lionel Messi in his likely last match in Brazil, a superclasico in World Cup qualifying against the hosts. Argentina's forward Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates at the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualification football match between Brazil and Argentina at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil …

Watch: Violence delays start to Brazil vs Argentina World Cup Qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

Watch: Violence delays start to Brazil vs Argentina World Cup Qualifier

Firstpost  

Brazil vs Argentina in a FIFA World Cup Qualifier was delayed by half an hour after violence in the stands at the Maracana Stadium. The kick-off in the much-anticipated FIFA World Cup Qualifier between Brazil and Argentina was delayed by around 30 minutes on Tuesday after clashes amongst rival supporters in the Maracana Stadium. Wild scenes out of Rio as …

FIFA bans four Uruguay players, including Cavani, for violence after World Cup game
1 year, 10 months ago

FIFA bans four Uruguay players, including Cavani, for violence after World Cup game

The Hindu  

FIFA banned Uruguay players Fernando Muslera and José María Giménez for four games each on Friday for aggressively confronting match officials when the team was eliminated from the World Cup last month. Veterans Edinson Cavani and Diego Godín must also serve one-game bans when Uruguay next plays, FIFA said in announcing disciplinary verdicts. Disorder flared when Uruguay failed to advance …

FIFA bans 4 Uruguay players for disorder at World Cup
1 year, 10 months ago

FIFA bans 4 Uruguay players for disorder at World Cup

Associated Press  

ZURICH — FIFA banned Uruguay players Fernando Muslera and José María Giménez for four games each on Friday for aggressively confronting match officials when the team was eliminated from the World Cup last month. Veterans Edinson Cavani and Diego Godín must also serve one-game bans when Uruguay next plays, FIFA said in disciplinary verdicts. Uruguay players confronted German referee Daniel …

FIFA charges Argentina over World Cup final celebrations
1 year, 11 months ago

FIFA charges Argentina over World Cup final celebrations

The Hindu  

FIFA opened a disciplinary case against the Argentine Football Association on Friday for alleged offensive player misconduct and violations of fair play at the World Cup final. About three hours later, players led by captain Lionel Messi ran and sang through the official interview area and damaged flimsy partition walls without stopping to speak to international broadcast and print media. …

FIFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Argentina Over World Cup Final Celebrations
1 year, 11 months ago

FIFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Argentina Over World Cup Final Celebrations

News 18  

FIFA on Friday announced it had opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina for “offensive behaviour” during their World Cup final triumph over France last month. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made a lewd gesture with his goalkeeper of the tournament trophy after the match, before being filmed in the dressing room mocking French star Kylian Mbappe. FIFA said Argentina had potentially breached rules …

FIFA World Cup 2022 referee Antonio Lahoz sent home, who Messi had said was ‘not up to the mark’
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 referee Antonio Lahoz sent home, who Messi had said was ‘not up to the mark’

The Hindu  

Antonio Mateu Lahoz, the referee of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match between Argentina and Netherlands, was reportedly sent home after a disappointing performance in his final game in Qatar 2022. The quarterfinal clash at the Lusail Stadium saw a total of 19 bookings, breaking the record of the Portugal vs Netherlands round of 16 match in the 2006 World …

FIFA charges Argentina for disorders at World Cup quarterfinal against Netherlands
2 years ago

FIFA charges Argentina for disorders at World Cup quarterfinal against Netherlands

The Hindu  

FIFA opened a disciplinary case against Argentina for its players’ actions during a contentious World Cup quarterfinal match against the Netherlands. Lionel Messi was among a World Cup record 17 players or coaching staff members who were shown yellow cards during or after the game. Team misconduct charges are routine for collecting five yellow cards in a game and disciplinary …

Brazil FA Rejects Postponed World Cup Qualifier Against Argentina
2 years, 4 months ago

Brazil FA Rejects Postponed World Cup Qualifier Against Argentina

News 18  

Brazil insisted that it won’t play its suspended World Cup qualifying match against Argentina next month, arguing Wednesday that the risks are too high ahead of the tournament in Qatar. The qualifier nearly one year ago in Sao Paulo was stopped by local health officials after six minutes due to COVID-19 protocols regarding four Argentinian players. Brazil’s confederation and Argentina’s …

Brazil soccer body rejects WCup qualifier against Argentina
2 years, 4 months ago

Brazil soccer body rejects WCup qualifier against Argentina

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil insisted that it won’t play its suspended World Cup qualifying match against Argentina next month, arguing Wednesday that the risks are too high ahead of the tournament in Qatar. The qualifier nearly one year ago in Sao Paulo was stopped by local health officials after six minutes due to COVID-19 protocols regarding four Argentinian players. Brazil …

Brazil friendly match against rival Argentina canceled
2 years, 7 months ago

Brazil friendly match against rival Argentina canceled

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil’s friendly match against rival Argentina scheduled for June in Australia has been canceled. The game was planned as part of Brazil’s preparations for the World Cup, but Brazilian soccer confederation coordinator Juninho Paulista said Wednesday that their Argentina counterparts made the decision to call it off. FIFA ruled on Monday that Brazil and Argentina must still …

FIFA says Brazil and Argentina must replay abandoned World Cup qualifier
2 years, 7 months ago

FIFA says Brazil and Argentina must replay abandoned World Cup qualifier

The Hindu  

Brazil and Argentina lost their appeals to FIFA and will have to play the World Cup qualifying game that was abandoned last year in Sao Paulo amid chaos on the field caused by pandemic rule breaches. Both countries easily qualified for the World Cup as the top two teams in the 10-nation South American group without needing to play the …

FIFA Tells Brazil, Argentina to Replay Abandoned World Cup Qualifier
2 years, 7 months ago

FIFA Tells Brazil, Argentina to Replay Abandoned World Cup Qualifier

The Quint  

The South American rivals had been scheduled to play the qualifier in September 2021 but the fixture was suspended minutes after kick-off because of alleged Covid-19 rule breaches by the Argentine side. "After analysing the submissions of both parties and considering all circumstances of the case, the appeal committee confirmed that the match would be replayed," FIFA said. In a …

FIFA confirms abandoned World Cup qualifier between Brazil, Argentina will be replayed
2 years, 7 months ago

FIFA confirms abandoned World Cup qualifier between Brazil, Argentina will be replayed

Firstpost  

The World Cup qualifier between the two South American giants that was originally supposed to take place at Sao Paulo on 5 September was abandoned after Brazilian health officials stormed into the pitch seven minutes into the game Paris: FIFA on Monday confirmed the abandoned 2022 World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina will be replayed, after rejecting appeals from …

FIFA says Brazil and Argentina must play World Cup qualifier
2 years, 7 months ago

FIFA says Brazil and Argentina must play World Cup qualifier

Associated Press  

ZURICH — Brazil and Argentina lost their appeals to FIFA on Monday and will have to play the World Cup qualifying game that was abandoned last year in Sao Paulo amid chaos on the field caused by pandemic rule breaches. Both countries easily qualified for the World Cup as the top two teams in the 10-nation South American group without …

FIFA punishes Senegal for fan disorder, lasers at Salah
2 years, 7 months ago

FIFA punishes Senegal for fan disorder, lasers at Salah

The Hindu  

FIFA fined Senegal’s football's federation 175,000 Swiss francs on Monday for fan disorder at a World Cup playoff game, including shining laser pointers at Egypt star Mohamed Salah in the penalty shootout. FIFA said its disciplinary committee also looked into a pitch invasion by Senegal fans, an offensive banner and the national federation’s “failure to ensure that law and order …

Argentina appeal decision to replay World Cup qualifier vs Brazil
2 years, 8 months ago

Argentina appeal decision to replay World Cup qualifier vs Brazil

The Hindu  

The Argentine Football Association will appeal what it says is FIFA's decision to force Brazil and Argentina to replay their World Cup qualifier, which was cancelled after five minutes due to a breach of COVID-19 quarantine rules. "We believe the decision to be unfair and we believe that Argentina did not cause the game to be cancelled," Andres Urich, an …

Argentina Appeal Decision to Replay World Cup Qualifier vs Brazil
2 years, 8 months ago

Argentina Appeal Decision to Replay World Cup Qualifier vs Brazil

News 18  

The Argentine Football Association will appeal what it says is FIFA’s decision to force Brazil and Argentina to replay their World Cup qualifier, which was cancelled after five minutes due to a breach of COVID-19 quarantine rules. “We believe the decision to be unfair and we believe that Argentina did not cause the game to be cancelled,” Andres Urich, an …

Fines, bans from FIFA: Brazil, Argentina told to play again
2 years, 10 months ago

Fines, bans from FIFA: Brazil, Argentina told to play again

Associated Press  

FIFA handed out fines and suspensions on Monday while ordering Brazil and Argentina to replay the World Cup qualifier that was abandoned after health agents stormed the field in Sao Paulo to dispute the quarantine status of players. Emiliano Buendía, Emiliano Martínez, Giovani Lo Celso and Cristian Romero will serve two-match bans in FIFA fixtures after “not complying with the …

Brazil and Argentina Ordered to Play World Cup Qualifier That was Abandoned
2 years, 10 months ago

Brazil and Argentina Ordered to Play World Cup Qualifier That was Abandoned

News 18  

FIFA on Monday ordered Brazil and Argentina to replay a World Cup qualifying match halted in Sao Paulo in September over alleged Covid-19 quarantine breaches by the visitors. Hours before the on-pitch drama in September, Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency said four Argentine players based at English clubs at the time should be placed in “immediate quarantine” for breaching Covid-19 …

FIFA bans four Argentina players after Brazil qualifier chaos
2 years, 10 months ago

FIFA bans four Argentina players after Brazil qualifier chaos

The Hindu  

FIFA handed out fines and suspensions on Monday while ordering Brazil and Argentina to replay the World Cup qualifier that was abandoned after health officials stormed the field to question the quarantine status of players. Emiliano Buendia, Emiliano Martinez, Giovani Lo Celso and Cristian Romero will now serve two-match bans in FIFA fixtures after “not complying with the FIFA Return …

FIFA hand out punishments for bad behaviour to over 50 nations
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA hand out punishments for bad behaviour to over 50 nations

Firstpost  

A list of rulings by the disciplinary committee of the governing body of world football included the details of Hungary’s punishment for racism by supporters and breaches of security including smoke bombs and blocked staircases in matches against England and Andorra. Hungary have been hit with two home matches behind closed doors, one suspended, an away match without travelling supporters, …

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino wants suspended Brazil-Argentina match played out
3 years, 2 months ago

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino wants suspended Brazil-Argentina match played out

Firstpost  

The 5 September match in Sao Paulo was suspended after seven minutes due to alleged breaches of COVID-19 protocols. Buenos Aires, Argentina: FIFA President Gianni Infantino believes the suspended World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina should be decided on the pitch. Let’s see what FIFA’s disciplinary bodies decide.” The match was interrupted when an agent from Brazil’s health agency, …

FIFA open disciplinary action against Argentina, Brazil over chaotic suspension of World Cup Qualifier
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA open disciplinary action against Argentina, Brazil over chaotic suspension of World Cup Qualifier

Firstpost  

FIFA did not specify which regulations the football federations from Argentina and Brazil were being investigated for breaching. Disciplinary proceedings were opened by FIFA against Argentina and Brazil on Tuesday over the chaos that led to their World Cup qualifier being suspended after Brazilian health officials stormed the field to question the quarantine status of players. “Following the analysis of …

FIFA eyes disciplinary action against Argentina, Brazil
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA eyes disciplinary action against Argentina, Brazil

India TV News  

Disciplinary proceedings were opened by FIFA against Argentina and Brazil on Tuesday over the chaos that led to their World Cup qualifier being suspended after Brazilian health officials stormed the field to question the quarantine status of players. “Following the analysis of the official match reports related to the FIFA World Cup qualifier match between Brazil and Argentina, FIFA can …

FIFA eyes disciplinary action against Argentina, Brazil
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA eyes disciplinary action against Argentina, Brazil

Associated Press  

Disciplinary proceedings were opened by FIFA against Argentina and Brazil on Tuesday over the chaos that led to their World Cup qualifier being suspended after Brazilian health officials stormed the field to question the quarantine status of players. “Following the analysis of the official match reports related to the FIFA World Cup qualifier match between Brazil and Argentina, FIFA can …

Brazil vs Argentina: FIFA launches investigation into suspended World Cup Qualifier
3 years, 3 months ago

Brazil vs Argentina: FIFA launches investigation into suspended World Cup Qualifier

The Hindu  

World football's governing body FIFA has opened a disciplinary inquiry to investigate the proceedings during Sunday's Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier, which was abandoned after five minutes amid farcical scenes. Brazilian health authorities invaded the pitch to stop the game after accusing four of Argentina's English Premier League players of violating the country's COVID-19 quarantine rules. Aston Villa goalkeeper …

FIFA chief labels Brazil postponement "crazy", Spurs set to fine players
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA chief labels Brazil postponement "crazy", Spurs set to fine players

The Hindu  

FIFA has opened an investigation into the postponement of Argentina's World Cup qualifier with Brazil with their president Gianni Infantino labelling the events "crazy" while Tottenham Hotspur was reported to be ready to take disciplinary action against its Argentine players. Brazilian health authorities intervened on the pitch on Sunday after accusing four Argentine Premier League players of violating the country's …

FIFA ‘regrets’ chaotic scenes in Brazil-Argentina World Cup qualifier over COVID-19 protocols
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA ‘regrets’ chaotic scenes in Brazil-Argentina World Cup qualifier over COVID-19 protocols

Firstpost  

The match at Sao Paulo’s Neo Quimica Arena on Sunday was halted when Brazilian health officials ran onto the pitch seven minutes after kick-off, triggering a melee involving team officials and players from both sides. Lausanne: FIFA said Monday it regretted the chaotic scenes that preceded the suspension of the World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina and a decision …

Argentina's Covid chaos Q&A: Who is to blame for the scenes in the World Cup qualifier in Brazil?
3 years, 3 months ago

Argentina's Covid chaos Q&A: Who is to blame for the scenes in the World Cup qualifier in Brazil?

Daily Mail  

One of the most fabled and fiery fixtures in the international footballing calendar descended into farce on Sunday night. Brazil's World Cup qualifying clash with Argentina was abandoned after just nine minutes at the Corinthians Arena after Brazilian health officials stopped the game due to the participation of three Premier League-based Argentina players in the match. Health authorities stormed the …

FIFA to analyse reports on suspended Brazil vs Argentina match
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA to analyse reports on suspended Brazil vs Argentina match

The Hindu  

World football's governing body FIFA on Monday said in a statement that it will analyse reports on the suspension of Sunday's World Cup qualifying match between Brazil and Argentina and decide on potential measures. Amid incredible scenes at Sao Paulo's Neo Quimica Arena, the match between the two giants of South American football came to a halt when a group …

Argentina Footballers Accused of COVID-19 Violation; Match vs Brazil Suspended
3 years, 3 months ago

Argentina Footballers Accused of COVID-19 Violation; Match vs Brazil Suspended

The Quint  

As per Brazilian rules, visitors who have been in the UK in the 14 days before entering the country must quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. Argentina’s FA and coach Lionel Scaloni also echoed Messi’s opinion. "It makes me so sad, I am not looking for guilty parties, whatever happened or didn't happen, this wasn't the time to do it," …

Lionel Messi protests as Brazil-Argentina World Cup qualifier suspended
3 years, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi protests as Brazil-Argentina World Cup qualifier suspended

India TV News  

A World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina was suspended amid chaotic scenes after local health officials walked onto the pitch on Sunday in a bid to remove three players who didn’t comply with coronavirus restrictions. Brazil’s health agency said three of Argentina’s England-based players should have been in quarantine instead of playing in the match. Antonio Barra Torres, the …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Brazil vs Argentina clash abandoned following COVID-19 controversy
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Brazil vs Argentina clash abandoned following COVID-19 controversy

Firstpost  

The match between the two South American football giants was halted when Brazilian health officials ran onto the pitch, triggering a melee involving team officials and players from both sides. Amid incredible scenes at Sao Paulo’s Neo Quimica Arena, the match between the two giants of South American football was halted when Brazilian health officials ran onto the pitch, triggering …

Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier abandoned for failure to adhere to public health regulations
3 years, 3 months ago

Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier abandoned for failure to adhere to public health regulations

The Hindu  

Brazil's World Cup qualifying clash against Argentina was dramatically suspended and then abandoned shortly after kick-off on Sunday as controversy over COVID-19 protocols erupted. Amid incredible scenes at Sao Paulo's Neo Quimica Arena, the match between the two giants of South American football came to a halt when a group of Brazilian public health officials came onto the pitch, triggering …

Brazil vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Match abandoned for failure to follow COVID-19 regulations
3 years, 3 months ago

Brazil vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Match abandoned for failure to follow COVID-19 regulations

The Hindu  

The match has been abandoned due to a failure to adhere to public health regulations by Argentina's four Premier League-based players. Argentina: Emiliano Martinez; Marcus Acuna, Nicolas Otamendi, Cristian Romero, Gonzalo Montiel; Di Maria, Leandro Paredes, Rodrigo De Paul, Lo Celso; Lauturo Martinez, Lionel Messi Subs: Geronimo Rulli, Juan Foyth, Nicolas Taglifico, German Pezella, Angel Correa, Juan Musso, Ezequiel Palacios, …

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