Flamengo risk Conmebol ban after Libertadores incident vs Internacional | OneFootball

Use of Firecrackers by Fans Prompted Complaint

Flamengo takes the field for the Libertadores next Wednesday (20th), against Internacional, for the second leg of the round of 16. However, the first leg might cause a 'headache' for the Rubro-Negro. This is because Conmebol has filed a complaint against the Most Beloved due to the fans' behavior in the stands at Maracanã.

The Rubro-Negro will have to respond to article 12.2 of the Conmebol Disciplinary Code, related to the use of firecrackers and flares by fans in the stands. On the other hand, Flamengo can defend itself and has until next Thursday (21st) to present its arguments.

The initial penalty is 5,000 dollars (R$ 25,000), but the amount can increase to 8,000 dollars (R$ 40,000) due to recurrence. Despite the situation, Flamengo is not at risk of being penalized with a loss of home field advantage and also does not face the possibility of playing behind closed doors for this issue, should they advance in the Copa Libertadores da América.

AND ON THE FIELD?

While Flamengo tries to avoid the Conmebol fine, the Rubro-Negro seeks to advance in the Copa Libertadores da América. This Wednesday (20th), Mengão plays the return match against Internacional starting at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Beira-Rio Stadium, in Porto Alegre. Having won the first leg 1-0, Filipe Luís's team can even draw to advance to the quarterfinals.

The match will be broadcast by Globo, on open TV, ESPN, on cable TV, and Disney Plus, via streaming. Additionally, Coluna do Fla offers the best and most Rubro-Negro coverage, via website, YouTube, and social media. Therefore, follow our pages and share with friends.

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