Draconic penalties after Persepolis goal celebration

PFDC – TEHRAN, Perspolis chairman Mohammad Royanian declared heavy financial penalties and furthermore one sacking in consequence of the Perspolis celebration incident during the Iranian Pro League match against Damash Gilan.

According to the Iranian news agency “ISNA”, Mohammad Nosrati (30) and Sheys Rezaei (27) will face a fine worth 250 Mio Toman ($194,000), respectively 300 Mio Toman ($230,000).

In case of Rezaei, the Persepolis centre-back will also have to leave the Tehran-based club immediately. The 30-year old Karaj-born national team player Nosrati will be suspended until season break.

Royanian also criticized the Iranian football federation as well as the head of the Iranian Pro League for hyping the unpleasent incident in front of news media representatives.

Both players could face additional punishment from the Iranian Football Federation and legal prosecution.