Bentancourt was banned from seven games for racist remarks against Son Heung-min.
The English Football Association (FA) announced Bentancourt’s disciplinary action on Wednesday. The FA said Bentancourt violated the FA rules by acting in an inappropriate manner or using abusive or insulting words to bring bad reputation to the game. Bentancourt denied the allegations, but the independent regulatory committee determines that the allegations have been proven after a hearing and imposes sanctions on her.
When Bentancourt was asked to save Son’s uniform on a Uruguayan television program in June, she replied, “You wouldn’t know even if you brought him your cousin’s uniform. He looks just like Son or his cousin.” Bentancourt’s remarks have become controversial. Many British media pointed out that they are racist remarks that make people think that all Asians look alike.
As controversy continued over his remarks, Bentancourt said, “I had a conversation with Son after an interview related to him. Showing deep friendship, I understood that it was a sad misunderstanding. Everything was clear and settled with my friend. If you felt offended by my words, I sincerely apologize. I did not mention anyone else and only spoke to Son. I did not intend to offend anyone, either indirectly or directly.”
Bentancourt, who has been called by the Uruguayan national team, said about his disciplinary action on the 14th, “The agent called me and told me that he was notified of the disciplinary action. So far, Tottenham has not contacted me,” adding, “Now the disciplinary action has come out. I have been called up to the national 플러스카지노 team and I have to keep calm. After that, I will return to Tottenham and watch the disciplinary action.” Bentancourt is banned from playing against Manchester City, Fulham, Bournemouth, Chelsea, Southampton, Manchester United and Liverpool due to his seven-game ban. On the other hand, UEFA Europa League games are available regardless of FA’s disciplinary action.
Kick It Out, a group that is campaigning against racism in the soccer community, has been active by delivering several reports to Tottenham clubs regarding the incident. Kick It Out CEO Okafor continued his criticism on Sky Sports in the UK on the 19th, saying, “Bentancourt’s remarks are unacceptable.”
The BBC introduced various fans’ reactions to the FA’s disciplinary action against Bentancourt. On Bentancourt’s seven-game ban, fans said, “It’s the right decision. Bentancourt shouldn’t have said that. It is fortunate that she was banned from participating in seven games. If Bentancourt had not apologized quickly, the punishment would have been even worse.” Some fans said, “The seven-game ban is a harsh decision. It was not Tottenham’s fault. It was a controversial remark when he was called up for the national team.”