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AIFF barred from hosting internationals

December 11, 2002 18:59 IST

The Asian Football Confederation on Wednesday imposed a one-year ban on India hosting any international football tournaments after the All Indian Football Federation failed to provide a report on a mass brawl during an IFA Shield match in Kolkata.

AFC general secretary Peter Velappan said his federation is "seriously upset" that Indian officials did not submit a report on a punch-up between players from Kolkata's East Bengal and Brazilian side Palmeiras.

"Despite numerous reminders and time extensions, the AIFF (All India Football Federation) has yet to submit this report to the AFC," he told reporters.

Players from both teams were involved in ugly skirmishes during the IFA Shield final.

The AIFF was also slapped a 5,000 dollar-fine, Velapppan said.

Asian Football Confederation president Mohamed bin Hammam warned that the body would not tolerate violence and cheating in Asian football.

"As we reward teams that are doing good for football, we also need to eliminate peole who misuse the law," he said.

Hammam warned that the AFC would come down harder in the future on those who commit wrongdoings or indulge in cheating.

Related reports:

IFA Shield final abandoned following violence

Free-for-all after IFA Shield match

East Bengal declared IFA Shield winners




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