Due to their behavior during the World Cup encounters with Uruguay vs Ghana on December 2, FIFA has suspended four members of the Uruguayan national team.
Goalkeeper Fernando Muslera, defender Jose Maria Gimenez, and forward Edinson Cavani each earned one-game suspensions in addition to four-match suspensions.
Ghana versus Uruguay
The punishments follow a confrontation between the players and the referee at the conclusion of Uruguay’s 2-0 victory. The lack of a penalty is said to have infuriated the players.
Uruguay was eliminated from the World Cup based on goals scored despite winning. After overcoming Portugal 2-1 and outscoring Uruguay 1-0, South Korea advanced to the next round.
The players will also be compelled to perform community service relating to football and pay fines of up to 20,000 Swiss francs (£17,500) in addition to the sanctions.
According to FIFA, the Uruguayan Football Association was additionally fined 50,000 Swiss francs (about $44,000) for the conduct of the squad and fans.
Uruguay’s stadium will need to be partially closed for their upcoming international game as hosts, according to FIFA.