FIFA has formally notified SL Benfica of the exact penalties that will be imposed on both, the club and Gianluca Prestianni if they are found guilty under the ongoing racism investigation. 😳

FIFA’s newly strengthened zero-tolerance policy on racism will be fully applied, with potential sanctions including:

— Points deduction

— 5–10 match ban for Prestianni

— €5–10m fine + additional penalties

— Expulsion or relegation

— Forfeiture of matches (including automatic disqualification from the next round if qualified)

— Severe competitive penalties for any repeat offences

National associations could also face consequences.

👉🏼👉🏼 Porto has sent an official memorandum to Portuguese Football Federation & Portuguese Football League regarding the racial controversy between Vini & Prestianni. Their management has called for the adoption of ZERO tolerance for such incidents and inquired about preventive measures, so that such event can't happen again.

Porto also urged the league to adopt the stance of sports clubs against racism in football.

They also requested the League and Federation too cooperate & provide all possible support to UEFA in investigating the case.