FIFA Disciplinary Code

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Article 48

Violence

1. A player who deliberately assaults someone, but without harming him physically or damaging his health, will be suspended for at least two (2) matches. An offi cial who commits such an infringement will be suspended for at least four (4) matches.

2. If a person assaults someone by spitting at him, he will be suspended for at least six (6) matches.

3. In any case, the body will also impose a fi ne amounting to at least CHF 5,000.