Conmebol investigates Memphis Depay for gesture during Copa Libertadores match

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Conmebol investigates Memphis Depay for gesture during Copa Libertadores match
Summary

Conmebol has launched an investigation into Corinthians attacker Memphis Depay following a formal complaint filed by Estudiantes. The controversy stems from a Copa Libertadores quarter-final match held on Wednesday, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Footage circulating on social media shows the former Manchester United forward making an obscene gesture toward the Estudiantes supporters following a 49th-minute equalizer scored by Kaio César. Estudiantes submitted the complaint to the South American football governing body, asserting that the action was directed at their fans and violated the organization's standards of respect. While the club is seeking sanctions, no specific disciplinary measures have been determined at this stage. Conmebol is now reviewing the available footage and the circumstances of the incident before reaching a decision on potential penalties for the player.

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  • Conmebol is investigating Memphis Depay for an obscene gesture made during a match.
  • The incident occurred during Wednesday's Copa Libertadores quarter-final against Estudiantes.
  • Estudiantes filed a formal complaint regarding the player's behavior after the 49th-minute goal.
  • The match between Corinthians and Estudiantes concluded in a 1-1 draw.
  • No specific sanctions have been issued against the player at this time.
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3Memphis Depay is the subject of a Conmebol investigation following a gesture towards Estudiantes supporters, De Telegraaf reports.Images show the Corinthians attacker raising his middle finger in the...

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