NewzSaudi Pro League club Al-Taawoun has been sanctioned with a two-game stadium ban and a fine of 100,000 Saudi Riyals (approximately £20,000) following offensive fan behavior. The disciplinary action stems from supporters chanting about the late Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota during a match against Al-Hilal. The chants were directed at Al-Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves, who was a friend and former teammate of the deceased player.
The incident has drawn attention to conduct within the league, with reports noting that Cristiano Ronaldo previously advocated for lifetime bans for supporters involved in such behavior. The club will be required to play their next two home league matches behind closed doors as a result of the ruling.
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