Regarding the following incidents that occurred during the 3rd round of the 103rd Emperor's Cup JFA All Japan Soccer Championship held on July 12, 2023 (Wednesday), we would like to inform you that the disciplinary measures from the Japan Football Association (JFA), as of today, July 28, have been determined and reported along with the progress. We would like to apologize deeply as a club for the inconvenience and concern caused to many people.
・[Progress Report] Regarding the incident in the 3rd round of the 103rd Emperor's Cup JFA All Japan Soccer Championship
□Progress Report and Response for Each Event
(1) FCTokyo Side General Admission Stand: Prohibited Items and Materials
Three individuals who were reported to have committed the same act and one individual who was involved in the same act were interviewed by the JFA, and the following disciplinary action was announced today, July 28th (Friday).
【Target】
4 individuals involved
【Penalty Details】
Permanent ban from entry (including all matches held within Japan (including matches organized by the league, J League, and various associations))
Furthermore, the four individuals in question were not SOCIO or OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP members. Depending on the future circumstances, we may consider taking some measures. We will also continue to investigate and identify individuals who were involved in or assisted in the act, apart from the declarant.
(2) Damage to the signboard in front of Hattori Station (damage to the advertisement signboard)
Regarding this matter, a report of damage has been submitted to the police as a violation of the law, and the police are proceeding with the response for the four individuals who reported it. We will continue to cooperate with the police investigation. In addition, we will continue to negotiate with Tokyo Verdy and work towards a final resolution of this matter. As previously reported, the four individuals are currently banned from attending FC Tokyo matches (both home and away). Once the police response is complete, we will discuss with the parties involved in the signboard and take appropriate action.
At FC Tokyo, we will continue to strive to provide a safe and comfortable match viewing experience for our stadium visitors, by promoting and enforcing the viewing rules based on our match management regulations. We will also work together as a club to prevent any further incidents and enhance manners and awareness among our fans and supporters, in order to sincerely respond to the cooperation and understanding of the local community, especially those living near the stadium.
