The president of the FIFA, Gianni Infantinocondemned on social networks the acts of violence that delayed this Tuesday’s ‘Superclásico’ between Brazil and Argentinain Rio de Janeiro.
The president of the FIFA, Gianni Infantinocondemned this Wednesday on social networks the acts of violence that delayed for 30 minutes this Tuesday’s match between Brazil and Argentina, in Rio de Janeiro.
“Violence in football is totally unacceptable, both on and off the field of play.“, declared the top leader of world football on his account. instagramin English, Spanish and Portuguese.
“These types of events, such as those that occurred during the FIFA World Cup qualifying match between Brazil and Argentina at the Maracana stadium, are unacceptable in our sport and in our society”continued the Swiss-Italian leader.
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Before inflicting on the Brazilians the first home defeat in their history in Qualifiers to the world Cup (0-1), the Argentine players returned to the locker room after the national anthems when a fight broke out in the stands that was repressed with police intervention using sticks.
But the “Albiceleste”, current world champion, finally returned to the grass once the situation calmed down in the stands.
“Without exception, all players, supporters, staff and managers need to feel safe and protected in order to play and enjoy football, and I call on the relevant authorities to ensure that this is respected across the board.”he concluded Gianni Infantino.
Contacted by the AFPthe FIFA He explained this Wednesday that he has not opened any disciplinary investigation, a process that generally requires more time, since the body must receive and study the detailed report of the party.
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