Corinthians slam Gaviões ban as harsh, call for review | OneFootball

The Corinthians, through its president Osmar Stabile, expressed dissatisfaction with the punishment given to Gaviões da Fiel. Last Thursday, the FPF accepted the request from the MP and banned the club's main organized supporters group from attending stadiums with banners, flags, instruments, and accessories until the end of 2026. Stabile sees the measure as “disproportionate and harmful” and calls for a reassessment.

“The president of the Executive Board of Sport Club Corinthians Paulista, Osmar Stabile, publicly expresses his deep dissatisfaction with the recent decision of the Public Prosecutor's Office recommending the prohibition of materials and attire of Gaviões da Fiel, a decision which, in my view, constitutes a disproportionate and harmful measure to Corinthians at a crucial moment for our sporting goals this season,” says part of the statement.

The measure was recommended by prosecutor Roberto Bocal due to the fight between uniformed supporters of Corinthians and São Paulo in the Bixiga neighborhood on November 20, after the derby between the teams in the Brazilian Championship.

The punishment would have an immediate effect, meaning that uniformed supporters could not use clothing or instruments this Sunday, when Timão hosts Cruzeiro for the second leg of the Brazil Cup semifinal. The match kicks off at 6 PM (Brasília time) at the Neo Química Arena.

“Their presence in the stands alongside other fans is an essential part of the atmosphere that identifies and fuels Corinthians, inspires athletes, and turns games into true popular spectacles. Therefore, considering that there is an ongoing dialogue, we hope that the competent authorities will reassess the decision in time for our next match,” the statement continues.

Gaviões da Fiel seeks dialogue with the MP

The board of Gaviões da Fiel will participate in a crucial meeting with representatives of the Public Prosecutor's Office this Friday. The main objective of the meeting is to discuss the punishment imposed on the supporters and seek alternatives that allow the traditional celebration in the stands during the return leg of the Brazil Cup semifinals.

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See the full statement from Corinthians

“The president of the Executive Board of Sport Club Corinthians Paulista, Osmar Stabile, publicly expresses his deep dissatisfaction with the recent decision of the Public Prosecutor's Office recommending the prohibition of materials and attire of Gaviões da Fiel, a decision which, in my view, constitutes a disproportionate and harmful measure to Corinthians at a crucial moment for our sporting goals this season.

I understand that the way the punishment was handled lacks further investigation and balance. Recently, the supporters signed a conduct adjustment agreement and have since rigorously fulfilled their obligations whether at the Neo Química Arena or as visiting supporters.

Their presence in the stands alongside other fans is an essential part of the atmosphere that identifies and fuels Corinthians, inspires athletes, and turns games into true popular spectacles.

Therefore, considering that there is an ongoing dialogue, we hope that the competent authorities will reassess the decision in time for our next match.”

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