Conmebol fines Flamengo R$150,000 for fans' Libertadores behaviour | OneFootball

Infractions occurred during the match between Flamengo and Estudiantes (ARG) at Maracanã

Conmebol fined Flamengo for the fans’ behavior during the first leg of the quarterfinals of the 2025 Libertadores, against Estudiantes (ARG), at Maracanã. The entity’s Disciplinary Committee communicated the decision through process CL.O-179-25.

According to ‘Lance’, the punishment is already in effect and follows the confederation’s disciplinary regulations. In it, the entity holds clubs responsible for the behavior of fans in competitions organized by it.

WHAT WERE THE FANS’ ACTIONS AND THE AMOUNT OF THE FINE?

According to the statement, Conmebol imposed a fine of 15,000 dollars (about R$ 82,125) on Flamengo for the use of flares, fireworks, or similar objects by the fans. The infraction falls under article 12.2, item ‘c’, of the entity’s Disciplinary Code.

Even when used in the stands, these devices are prohibited by Conmebol’s rules. Thus, the penalty reinforces the clubs’ responsibility for complying with safety regulations during competitions.

In addition, Conmebol imposed a fine of 12,000 dollars (approximately R$ 65,700) on the club for failing to comply with the requirements of articles 5.1.5 and 5.1.5.1 of the 2025 Libertadores Club Manual. These rules establish the organizational responsibilities of home clubs.

In total, Conmebol will automatically deduct 27,000 dollars (R$ 147,825) from the amounts Flamengo is due to receive. These sums refer to television or sponsorship rights.

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