Regarding the possession and use of explosives and other dangerous materials in the FC Tokyo goal area free seating stand during the 3rd Round of the Emperor's Cup JFA 103rd All Japan Soccer Championship held on July 12, 2023 (Wed), the disciplinary committee of the Japan Football Association (JFA) has decided on penalties for the club today, September 1 (Fri). We would like to inform you of this.
FC Tokyo takes the ruling issued by the JFA seriously and will implement measures in consultation with relevant parties to ensure the safety of spectators, teams, and everyone involved in future tournaments, and will work to prevent recurrence.
Furthermore, regarding the four individuals responsible for bringing in and using dangerous substances such as explosives, the JFA has imposed an indefinite ban on their entry (for all matches held in Japan, including those organized by this association, J League, and various federations) on July 28 (Friday). Therefore, the club will take actions in accordance with this decision.
Once again, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and concern caused to many people on behalf of the club.
【Target】
FC Tokyo
[Disciplinary]
(1) Fine of 5 million yen
(2) Reprimand (Submission of a written apology)
【Details of Allegation】 *The term "subject" in the text refers to FC Tokyo. Excerpt from JFA announcement.
The subjects failed to take appropriate measures to prevent the occurrence and expansion of damage, ensuring the safety of spectators and players involved in the match, as multiple supporters of the subjects (hereinafter referred to as "the supporters") used fireworks and smoke flares for about 1 minute and 20 seconds just before the kickoff time (19:00) of the 3rd Round match against Verdy held at Ajinomoto Stadium on July 12, 2023 (Wednesday), in the area within the stadium (behind the goal on the supporters' side, near the front row of the lower stand).
□Announcement by JFA
[Disciplinary Committee] Public Announcement as of September 1, 2023
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