Palmeiras midfielder Mauricio faces potential ban for violent conduct
Palmeiras player Mauricio has been charged with "violent conduct" following an elbow incident against Vitoria. Players and officials from Vitoria also face charges.
Palmeiras midfielder Mauricio is facing a potential suspension after being charged with "violent conduct" by the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD). The charge stems from an elbow incident involving Vitoria defender Caca during a recent Brasileirao match.
The charge falls under Article 254 of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice, which carries a penalty of one to six matches for physical aggression during a game. A hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, though Palmeiras retains the right to appeal the first-instance decision.
This case is significant as Palmeiras is currently managing squad depth issues. Losing a key midfielder for multiple games could impact their performance in the league, depending on the final ruling of the court.
The disciplinary action also extends to the Vitoria camp. Defender Caca and midfielder Luan Candido were charged for separate incidents, while Vitoria president Fabio Mota faces a potential 15 to 180-day suspension for comments regarding the officiating. The club itself has also been cited for compliance issues.