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(Reuters) – Brazilian Gabriel Jesus has been sentenced to a two-month international suspension and a $ 30,000 fine for his action following his dismissal from the Copa America finals, the South American Confederation said Thursday. football (CONMEBOL).
Jesus scored in the 3-1 win over Peru but was sent off in the 70th minute for a second yellow card.
The Manchester City striker protested the referee, hit a bottle of water and pushed a screen used by the badistant referee before leaving the stadium.
"Gabriel Jesus was suspended for two months from the day he was informed of the decision," said Concombol in a statement.
"Therefore, the player will be deprived of participation in official and friendly matches with the national team during the penalty period."
Jesus will miss two friendlies against Colombia and Peru next month.
The 22-year-old has seven days to appeal the decision.
The sentence follows a three-month suspension of Argentine international striker Lionel Messi and a $ 50,000 fine after accusations of "corruption" against South American officials during the tournament.
(Reuters)
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