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 Emperor's Cup JFA 103rd All Japan Soccer Championship 3rd Round
□Progress Report and Response for Each Event
(1) F.C.Prohibition of bringing and using explosives and dangerous substances inside the FC Tokyo side general admission stand behind the goal in Tokyo
We would like to inform you that a hearing was conducted by JFA regarding three individuals who admitted to engaging in the same act and one individual who was involved in the same act. Today, on July 28th (Friday), the following disciplinary actions have been announced.
【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) Tobitakyu Station Front Signboard Vandalism (Advertisement Signboard Defacement)
The police have received a report of this matter as a violation of the law, and are proceeding with the response for the four individuals who made the report. We will continue to cooperate with the police investigation. In addition, we will continue to discuss with Verdy and work towards a final resolution of this matter. As previously reported, FC Tokyo has imposed a ban on the entry of the same four individuals to any related matches (regardless of home or away). Once the police response is completed, we will discuss with the parties involved in the signboard and take appropriate measures.
At FC Tokyo, we will make even greater efforts to provide a safe and comfortable match viewing experience for stadium visitors, based on the rules and regulations of match operation and management. We will also strengthen our efforts as a club to prevent recurrence and enhance manners education for fans and supporters, in order to sincerely respond to the cooperation and understanding of the local community, especially those in the vicinity of the stadium.
