Independiente row: Bolivian FA back Conmebol, take aim at El Rojo | OneFootball

The scandal following the fierce incidents between Independiente and U de Chile in the South American Cup added another chapter: it was the Bolivian Federation that crossed Independiente and backed Conmebol.

After Independiente's statement expressing its discontent with Conmebol's decision to expel it from the Cup due to the violent clashes between hooligans and fans that occurred in its stadium, the Bolivian entity was emphatic with its stance.

"The Bolivian Football Federation categorically rejects the statements issued by Club Atlético Independiente and expresses its full support for the president of CONMEBOL, Alejandro Domínguez, and the disciplinary bodies of the Confederation."

Bolivia's response reiterated its "rejection of all forms of violence, which only jeopardizes the safety, integrity, and spirit of South American football."

"No one is above the rules," was highlighted in the statement as a strong message to Independiente, in which the duty to comply with security protocols was also reinforced.

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