The International Football Federation (FIFA) announced on Monday a list of sanctions imposed on countries, including Morocco.
FIFA imposed a fine of 30,000 Swiss francs (MAD 306.455,04) on Morocco, following conflicts and riots that occurred in DR Congo’s qualifier games.
“In line with its zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and violence in games, FIFA sanctioned a number of member associations for the inappropriate behavior of their respective fans,” FIFA specified on its official website.
The fine was imposed on Morocco due to riots, including throwing objects, invading the field, team misconduct as well as fans’ riots in the first and second leg with the lighting of fireworks, and blocking the stadium’s stairs.
Additionally, DR Congo’s Leopards have also been fined a total of 125,000 Swiss francs, following order and security flaws at matches, stating “the team failed to organize the match properly.”
Morocco tied 1-1 against DR Congo in the first leg, and qualified for FIFA Qatar World Cup, after scoring 4 glittering goals in the second leg.
The national team was drawn into Group F countries, alongside Croatia, Belgium and Canada.
The Atlas Lions are set to face off Croatia first on November 23, starting at 11 a.m (GMT+1).
The 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup is scheduled for the period between November 21 and December 18.
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