FIFA sanctioned El Salvador with a fine of $62,715 dollars for the expressions of racism suffered by players of Suriname on September 8 in the match in San Salvador, corresponding to the second date of Group A of the CONCACAF World Cup qualifiers, reported this Monday the Salvadoran Football Federation (Fesfut).

In the press conference after the match that Suriname won 1-2, player Shaquile Pinan reported that the fans shouted "monkeys" and "blacks" at them. 22 days later, this had consequences.

Fesfut detailed in a statement that the measures imposed are a fine of 50,000 Swiss francs, equivalent to $62,715 dollars, "which must be invested in a comprehensive plan against discrimination, which must be approved by FIFA."

According to the entity, for the next official match, which will be against Panama in early October, the capacity approved must be reduced by 15% "particularly in the stands behind the goals."

"FESFUT reiterates its firm rejection of any manifestation of racism or discrimination, and reaffirms its commitment to work together with FIFA, Concacaf and other international organizations to ensure that Salvadoran football is experienced in an environment of respect, equality and unity," it noted.

Salvadoran football authorities indicated that "every insult or discriminatory act directly affects our National Team and may lead to further sanctions" severe, including the loss of matches or exclusion from international competitions.”

“We invite the football family to support our National Team with passion, joy and respect, showing the world that El Salvador knows how to live football in a positive way,” the letter concludes.

The Salvadoran Selecta is second in its group with 3 points, behind Suriname, which is leading with 4, while Panama, the favorite to win direct passage to the next World Cup, has been left behind with 2 points and Guatemala with 1.

*With information from EFE.