News Summary
The MLS Disciplinary Committee has announced fines and warnings for eight players and two coaches after several violations during Matchday 28. Notable fines included those for Diego Luna and Édier Ocampo for failing to promptly leave the field. Additionally, significant penalties were given for violations of the Mass Confrontation Policy involving Philadelphia Union and Toronto FC. Other players and teams also faced disciplinary actions, reflecting the league’s commitment to maintaining fair play and discipline among its participants.
New York City – The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued fines and warnings following multiple violations during Matchday 28 of the 2025 season. A total of eight players and two coaches faced disciplinary action for various infractions, ranging from failing to leave the field promptly to engaging in mass confrontations.
Among the significant penalties, Diego Luna of Real Salt Lake was fined for not exiting the field in a timely manner during the 85th minute of the match against the New York Red Bulls on August 10. Similarly, Édier Ocampo from Vancouver Whitecaps FC was fined for a similar infraction in the 27th minute of his match against the San Jose Earthquakes on August 9.
Another crucial incident involved Sang Bin Jeong, a forward for St. Louis CITY SC, who was penalized for making an inappropriate gesture in the 66th minute of his match against Nashville SC on August 9. In terms of team conduct, both Philadelphia Union and Toronto FC were found in violation of the Mass Confrontation Policy during their match on August 9, specifically in the 77th minute. The Philadelphia Union became repeat offenders, having violated this policy for the second time this season, while Toronto FC faced their first infraction.
As a result, the Philadelphia Union and their head coach, Bradley Carnell, received fines for their actions. Conversely, Toronto FC and their head coach, Robin Fraser, were issued Official Warnings. Several players from both teams were also fined for escalating the situation, including goalkeeper Andre Blake, midfielder Quinn Sullivan, and forward Mikael Uhre from Philadelphia Union, as well as defender Richie Laryea and midfielder Deybi Flores from Toronto FC.
FC Cincinnati also found themselves in violation of the Mass Confrontation Policy on August 10 during the 70th minute of their match against Charlotte FC. This was their first violation of the season, resulting in an Official Warning for the team and head coach Pat Noonan. Players penalized from FC Cincinnati included defenders Miles Robinson, Matt Miazga, Lukas Engel, and DeAndre Yedlin, as well as midfielder Evander and forward Gerardo Valenzuela.
In other disciplinary actions, Jackson Travis, a defender for Colorado Rapids, was fined for failing to leave the field promptly in the sixth minute of a match against LAFC on July 9. The same match saw Denis Bouanga of LAFC fined for violating league policies by kicking an object toward fans. In February, Brian Gutiérrez from Chicago Fire FC faced a one-match suspension and a fine for violent conduct during a match against Columbus Crew, which he will serve on March 1 against D.C. United. Additionally, Luis Suárez and Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF were both fined for violating the hands-to-the-face/head/neck policy during their match against NYCFC.
Kamal Miller of Portland Timbers was also fined recently for not leaving the field in a timely manner in the 11th minute of a game against Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Lastly, Gabriel Pec of LA Galaxy received a fine for simulation/embellishment during a match against D.C. United.
This series of fines and warnings reflects the MLS’s ongoing efforts to maintain discipline and uphold the rules of the game while ensuring a competitive and fair environment for all teams and players involved.
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