San Diego FC announced that 33 individuals will be prohibited indefinitely to attend all the football matches of clubs and major leagues for having participated in a violent conflict between supporters After a match against the The Galaxy Last Saturday at the Snapdragon Stadium.
Videos made by spectators have shown that rival supporters San Diego FC and the Galaxy were launching into a physical altercation in the stands after the match, causing injuries. Local reports later said that the fighting continued in the parking lots of the Snapdragon stadium.
“Following an examination of incidents that occurred after the match last Saturday at the Snapdragon Stadium, the San Diego FC identified 33 people who will be prohibited indefinitely from attending all clubs and MLS events, including home matches, “said the team in a statement.
“We collaborate with the managers of the Snapdragon stadium, Major League Soccer, the Galaxy and the local police to confirm identities and enforce the prohibitions. Our collective examination of incidents is underway, and other actions can be taken. ”
The team added that it strives to provide a “safe, welcoming and respectful environment” for all supporters.
“We want a passionate, inclusive and safe atmosphere – where everyone in San Diego is proud to meet as a community to celebrate the game we love,” said the press release. “There is no room for violence in our sport.
“We ask all fans to maintain the values of our club and help protect the integrity of the day’s experience for everyone. We also want to reiterate that any behavior violating the MLS fan code can have serious consequences, including stadium ejections and prohibitions.”
The new League expansion team had previously faced a similar situation when the fighting broke out among the fans in the match against another rival of the, Lafcin April. At the time, the San Diego FC condemned violence.
The team returns to action at the Snapdragon stadium on Saturday during accommodation Austin FC.