The derby between Sporting Braga and Vitória de Guimarães, two rival clubs from the city of Braga, resulted in fines exceeding 17 thousand euros applied by the Disciplinary Committee of the Portuguese Football Federation. The sanctions are due to incorrect behavior by the public during the match.
Among the recorded infractions, banners and flags displayed by fans with dimensions exceeding those permitted by the regulations stand out. This situation led to the application of fines to the clubs responsible for organizing the event.
The use of pyrotechnics by supporters was another factor that contributed to the high value of the fines. The use of pyrotechnic articles in stadiums is expressly prohibited and results in significant fines for clubs.
The amounts of the fines will be borne by the organizing clubs of the derby, who are responsible for monitoring and controlling public behavior in their facilities. This type of punishment is common in highly rivalrous matches such as the Minho derby.
