The following incidents were confirmed and reported at the 3rd round of the 103rd Emperor's Cup JFA All Japan Soccer Championship held on July 12, 2023 (Wed). FC Tokyo has identified the perpetrators in all incidents and will proceed with strict measures as a club, as well as cooperating with the Japan Football Association (JFA) and the police.
□Confirmed and reported incidents
(1)FCTokyo side general admission stand inside the stadium for bringing and using dangerous materials such as gunpowder
This act violates Article 4 (Prohibited Acts) Paragraph 2 of the JFA's operational management regulations and is by no means acceptable. We have confirmed the incident through surveillance camera footage at the time of the incident (before the start of the match). We have also continuously monitored the location where dangerous materials were used by FC Tokyo club staff and security personnel after the match, and conducted interviews with some of the spectators near the location. However, we have not yet identified the perpetrator. We are currently continuing our investigation and will promptly identify the perpetrator and take strict measures.
Furthermore, we recognize that this incident is a serious violation that undermines the trust of the JFA and J-League in striving for a safe and comfortable stadium for watching matches. We take our responsibility as the club in charge of operations, security, and supporter response in cooperation with the organizers very seriously. We deeply apologize for causing such a situation and will make efforts to prevent it from happening again in the future.
【Reference】
JFA Match Operation Management Regulations
https://www.jfa.jp/documents/rules/
(2)Tobitakyu Station Front Signboard Vandalism
We have received reports of vandalism to corporate advertising signboards installed on private property in front of Tobitakyu Station at the time before the game. The owner and advertiser of the signboard have already submitted a report to the police, and the police are currently investigating the incident through video analysis from nearby stores and the security cameras at the station rotary.
In addition, unauthorized posters have been confirmed on public installations and within the stadium grounds on Stadium Street. Complaints have been received from nearby residents to the club and Chofu City, and emergency patrols and poster removals have been carried out by FC Tokyo club staff and security guards. Although the above incident is not covered by the stadium's operational management regulations, the cooperation and understanding of the local residents is essential for the club to operate the game, and we will cooperate if requested for investigation.
At FC Tokyo, we will continue to strive to provide a safe and comfortable game viewing experience for our stadium visitors by promoting and enforcing the rules of game management. We will also work closely with the city of Chofu and the surrounding areas to further enhance the safety and security of our game operations, and to become more integrated with the community. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
