Godoy Cruz Faces Sanctions and Internal Investigation Following Fan Violence

Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba is confronting disciplinary action from the Argentine Football Association (AFA) following incidents of violence during a recent match. The club is also conducting its own internal investigation, potentially leading to sanctions for members involved.

AFA Disciplinary Proceedings

The AFA’s Disciplinary Court has initiated Disciplinary File No. 98578 in response to the violent acts. Godoy Cruz intends to present a full defense to mitigate potential sanctions according to Los Andes.

Security Measures and Identification of Individuals

Authorities have been actively working to identify those involved in the disturbances. The Ministry of Security of the Province of Mendoza utilized the stadium’s 64 security cameras to monitor and investigate the events in real-time. Identified individuals may be included in the national Safe Tribune program, pending notification from the Ministry of Security.

Internal Club Investigation and Provisional Suspensions

Godoy Cruz has launched its own disciplinary proceedings to determine the responsibility of club members. Several members have already been provisionally suspended pending the outcome of the internal investigation. The club assures that all procedures will adhere to legal standards, ensuring the right to defense for those involved. Potential resolutions include warnings, suspensions, or expulsion from the institution.

Previous Sanctions and Appeals

Godoy Cruz has recently been involved in appeals regarding point deductions. In February 2025, the club faced a significant sanction following incidents during a match against Talleres de Córdoba, which included a player being struck by an object thrown from the stands, leading to the match’s suspension as reported by Diario Uno. This resulted in a 2500-ticket fine (approximately 50 million pesos), a three-point deduction, and a six-match ban from playing home games according to MDZOL. However, the club successfully appealed and had three points restored, a decision contested by Aldosivi.

Commitment to Safety and Respect

Godoy Cruz reaffirms its commitment to fostering a safe and respectful environment at the Feliciano Gambarte Stadium, emphasizing that the responsibility for maintaining this environment rests with everyone involved.

Diario Mendoza reports that the AFA lifted a previous sanction against Godoy Cruz, restoring three points and allowing fans to return for future home games.