Davies’ 83rd minute embellishment led to a game-tying penalty.
MLS Fines LA Galaxy $5,000 For Not Listing David Beckham On Injury Report, Erik Soler $10,000 For Criticizing Refs
In explaining the fine against the Red Bulls, MLS Commissioner Don Garber said this: “The statement released by Red Bull New York this week undermines our substantial efforts to continue improving all aspects of our competition.”
Read Article >Charlie Davies Fined For Dive, Putting Game In ‘Disrepute’
“Moving forward, all instances of behavior that serves to deceive and that directly impact the game will be subject to severe discipline, including a fine, suspension or both,” MLS Executive Vice President Nelson Rodriguez said in the league release.
Rodriguez said that during the offseason, players and coaches had expressed a desire to cut down on this kind of embellishment. That information was included in the league’s points of emphasis.
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