Independiente vs Universidad de Chile hit with bans
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After more than 12 hours since the incidents at Independiente's stadium, the CONMEBOL disciplinary committee has published its ruling.Both Universidad de Chile and Independiente are disqualified from
CONMEBOL has officially confirmed the definitive suspension of the Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 second leg between Independiente de Avellaneda and Universidad de Chile.
CONMEBOL condemned fan violence that led to the abandonment of a Copa Sudamericana match, resulting in injuries and arrests. The organization promised firm sanctions as incidents of violence marred the game between Independiente and Universidad de Chile.
After the very serious incidents that are happening around the world, the match between Independiente and Universidad de Chile for the Copa Sudamericana round of 16 has been formally "canceled" by Conmebol and both teams are exposed to severe sanctions.
A fan of Universidad de Chile could be seen falling from the top deck, numerous other fans left the stadium bloodied, while others also had their clothes stolen
Fans were hospitalized and detained after violent attacks during a match in a stadium near Buenos Aires, prompting officials to cancel the game.
Now, the fact is that the governing body of South American football has not yet made the sanction official. However, rumors indicate that both clubs would be eliminated and barred from playing CONMEBOL competitions until 2027.
Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, spoke about the unfortunate incidents that took place in the CONMEBOL Sudamericana between Atletico Independiente and Universidad de Chile. On Wednesday night,