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CONMEBOL Opens Disciplinary Case Against Flamengo’s Bruno Henrique Over Obscene Gesture

The forward has until October 3 to submit his defense, with penalties under the code allowing suspensions by games or for a defined period.

Overview

  • Citing code articles 2b and 2c, CONMEBOL’s Disciplinary Unit is examining conduct categorized as offensive and outside acceptable sporting behavior.
  • Potential sanctions would be applied under article 6 of the disciplinary code, which permits suspensions for a set number of matches or for a time span.
  • Bruno Henrique was formally given a deadline of October 3 to present his case to the confederation.
  • Touchline video shows the player making a middle-finger gesture and grabbing his genitals toward Estudiantes fans after Flamengo advanced on penalties in La Plata.
  • He also remains under a separate STJD proceeding in Brazil over alleged betting-related conduct, where a 12-match ban was issued and is currently suspended pending further review.