A fan of Boca Juniors from Argentina was arrested by the Police Brazil then make racist gestures during the game Libertadores Cup disputed in Sao Paulo before him Corinthiansreported this Wednesday by the Brazilian club.
Ang CorinthiansWho won the duel 2-0 the previous day, explained in a note that the Argentina fan himself was criticized by Brazilian fans after he made racist moves and imitated a monkey in the stadium. Neo Chemistry Arena of the capital São Paulo, which was also captured in photos and videos spreading on social networks.
The fan was arrested during the game break and, immediately, he was transferred from the Military Police command post located inside the stadium to a Civil Police station, where he was denounced by authorities for racial insult. , a crime whose sentence can be up to three years on Brazilin addition to paying the fine.
In the statement, the Corinthians He denied the event and highlighted the importance of fighting for “football without hate”.
“The Corinthians rejects any and all acts of racism and discrimination and thanks the Militarized Police for excellence in the support provided. That fact only reinforces the importance of our fight for football without hatred, ”the club concluded in the note.
Corinthians Y Boca Juniors They met this Tuesday night in a match for the group stage of Libertadores Cup, which ended with the victory of the Brazilian team thanks to the midfielder’s double Maycon.
With the victory, the São Paulo team reached six goals and assumed the leadership of balance and tough fight. Group E of continental competition, while the Argentines occupy the last position with three points, similar to the Deportivo Cali Colombian and the always ready from boliviawhich, however, has a game less.
Source: La Verdad
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