Concacaf Disciplinary Committee Issues Sanctions Following Nations League Between Guatemala and Suriname

Miami, FL – The Concacaf Disciplinary Committee has imposed sanctions on the national football federations of Guatemala and Suriname, as well as several players and team personnel, following incidents during their recent 2026/27 Concacaf Nations League match.

Following a review of official match reports and available evidence, and in accordance with the Concacaf Disciplinary Code and competition regulations, the Disciplinary Committee has issued the following decisions:

Guatemalan Football Association

The Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the Guatemalan Football Association for multiple incidents during the match, including discriminatory chants directed at Suriname players by Guatemala supporters, objects thrown onto the field of play, and players’ involvement in a post-match confrontation.

The sanctions include multiple fines, a 25% partial stadium closure for Guatemala’s next home Concacaf Nations League match, and a requirement to submit a discrimination prevention plan for future home matches.

Additionally, Guatemala players Jonathan Franco and Carlos Estrada have each received three-match suspensions for their involvement in the post-match confrontation and related violent conduct.

Surinamese Football Association

The Disciplinary Committee has suspended goalkeeper Etienne Vaessen for four matches, including three for his involvement in the post-match confrontation and one for unsporting behavior toward spectators. Staff member Johnny Gambier has also received a three-match suspension for violent conduct during the same confrontation.

All suspensions must be served during the next official Concacaf or FIFA matches in which the individuals are eligible to participate.