TAS Imposes Million‑Dollar Fine on FMF for Homophobic Chant, FIFA Softens Penalty
The Mexican Football Federation faced sanctions from FIFA after fans shouted a homophobic chant during matches. The previous penalty included stadium restrictions and a monetary fine following the Ghana game.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS) reviewed FMF's appeal and found FIFA's disciplinary measures applied a double standard. Consequently, TAS imposed a million‑dollar fine on the federation while easing the harsher FIFA sanctions.
The ruling will influence Mexico's international reputation and future disciplinary policies.
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