The Office of the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD) has charged the referees, São Paulo club officials, and striker Vitor Roque, according to UOL. The measure comes after the controversies that occurred during the match between São Paulo and Palmeiras last Sunday.
According to the report, the charges include both on-field and video referees (Ramon Abatti Abel and Ilbert Estevam da Silva), who allegedly committed violations of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice (CBJD). The prescribed punishment is suspension from 15 to 120 days.
São Paulo officials Carlos Belmonte and Rui Costa were also named for insulting the refereeing team. They may be suspended from 15 to 180 days.
Lastly, Palmeiras striker Vitor Roque was cited by the office for a social media post that allegedly had a homophobic connotation. The player could be suspended for five to ten matches.
With the charges filed, the case will proceed to one of the STJD’s disciplinary committees. Those involved will be notified and may present a defense. If convicted, they may receive suspensions, fines, or other penalties provided for in the CBJD.
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