2019 Playoffs Conference Semifinals
No Further Action
10.23.19 SEA-RSL Everton RC challenge Svensson 83min
10.24.19 LAFC-LA Atuesta simulation-embellishment 56min
Pending Disciplinary Committee Decision
10.24.19 LAFC-LA Ibrahimovic gesture towards fans post-match
Further Action
10.23.19 SEA-RSL Everton contact Svensson 84min
It is the Committee’s unanimous decision that Everton Luiz has been found in violation of the League's policy regarding Hands to the Face/Head/Neck of an opponent. Mr. Luiz will be issued a fine for this action.
10.23.19 SEA-RSL mass confrontation 84min
The Seattle Sounders FC have been found in violation of the Mass Confrontation Policy. This is the fourth violation of the 2019 MLS Season for the Club. The Seattle Sounders FC will be fined and the Head Coach will be issued a fine. Each violation thereafter will result in the doubling of the fine.
Real Salt Lake have been found in violation of the Mass Confrontation Policy. The Club will be issued a warning for their first violation. Any additional violation(s) of the policy will result in a fine to the Club and a fine to the Head Coach. Each violation thereafter will result in the doubling of the fine.
10.23.19 SEA-RSL Everton failure to leave the field 84min
It is the Committee's unanimous decision that Everton Luiz failed to leave the field in a timely and orderly manner after receiving his red card. Mr. Luiz will be issued a fine for this action.
10.24.19 ATL-PHI Santos simulation-embellishment 41min
It is the Committee's unanimous decision that Sergio Santos is guilty of simulation/embellishment. Mr. Santos will be issued a fine for this action.
10.24.19 ATL-PHI Escobar simulation-embellishment 54min
It is the Committee's unanimous decision that Franco Escobar is guilty of simulation/embellishment. Mr. Escobar will be issued a fine for this action.
10.24.19 ATL-PHI DeKlerk & Trustfull entering field of play 80min
Atlanta United FC Assistant Coaches Bob de Klerk and Orlando Trustfull have been found in violation of the League’s policy regarding Entering the Field of Play. Mr. de Klerk and Mr. Trustfull will both be issued an ‘Official Warning’ for this violation.
10.24.19 LAFC-LA entering field of play 68min
Los Angeles FC Head Performance Coach Daniel Guzman and Los Angeles FC player Adrien Perez have been found in violation of the League’s policy regarding Entering the Field of Play. Mr. Guzman and Mr. Perez will both be issued an ‘Official Warning’ for this violation.
Additional Policy Violations
10.23.19 NYC-TOR Videoboard Replay Policy Violation
In the 30th minute, after a foul was called on NYC player Mitrita, the in-stadium videoboard replayed the clip of the foul three or more times inciting the crowd. A video board recording has been requested as part of the investigation.
10.23.19 NYC-TOR Fan Incident
In the 88th minute, NYC fans were seen throwing items onto the field from the Supporters’ section after a penalty decision. Noted to MLS Security.
10.23.19 NYC-TOR Fan Incident
Post-match, NYC fans were seen throwing items onto the field, targeting TOR players and staff. There were few, if any, security representatives at field level or in the stands prepared for and/or addressing the behavior. Noted to MLS Security.
10.23.19 NYC-TOR Field Watering
Watering of the field at half-time took place only on one half of the field. After being addressed, the other half was watered very close to the beginning of the start of the second half. Noted to MLS Operations.
10.23.19 NYC-TOR Credentials and Locker Room Equipment
The AVAR was not provided with a credential and the Match Official Locker Room did not have a computer. Noted to MLS Operations.
10.23.19 NYC-TOR Fan Conduct 77min
A profane chant directed a TOR player, Bradley, could be heard from the NYC FC Supporters Section. Noted to MLS Operations & Security.
10.23.19 SEA-RSL Political Statement
An ANTIFA banner was visible in the SEA Supporters Section. Noted to MLS Operations.
10.24.19 LAFC-LA Fan Incident
Post-match, a fan ran onto the field to celebrate with LAFC players, but was intercepted by security. Noted to MLS Security.