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The world of international soccer was rocked recently when two of the sport’s biggest powerhouses, Argentina and Brazil, were fined by FIFA for fan violence that delayed a World Cup qualifying match at the iconic Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The incident occurred on November 16th, when Argentina and Brazil were set to face off in a crucial World Cup qualifying match.
The match was delayed for nearly an hour due to fan violence that broke out in the stands. Reports suggest that the violence began when Brazilian fans threw objects onto the pitch, prompting Argentine fans to respond in kind. The violence quickly escalated, with both sets of fans clashing in the stands. The match was eventually able to start after police and security personnel were able to restore order.
In response to the incident, FIFA has fined both Argentina and Brazil for the fan violence. Argentina was fined $50,000, while Brazil was fined $100,000. In addition, both teams were warned that any further incidents of fan violence could result in points deductions or disqualification from the World Cup qualifiers.
The incident at the Maracana Stadium is a stark reminder of the potential for violence in international soccer. It is also a reminder of the need for increased security measures at stadiums around the world. FIFA has taken a strong stance against fan violence, and it is hoped that this incident will serve as a deterrent to any future incidents.
In the meantime, both Argentina and Brazil will have to pay their fines and move on from this incident. It is hoped that both teams can learn from this experience and ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future.
