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Bahraini footballer gets 10-match ban for racist gesture

He was charged with "discriminatory behaviour". FIFA on Monday banned Bahrain defender Sayed Baqer for 10 matc
Published December 23, 2019 Updated December 23, 2019 07:23pm
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  • He was charged with "discriminatory behaviour".
  • FIFA on Monday banned Bahrain defender Sayed Baqer for 10 matches.

Baqer made a 'slitty eye' gesture at the local Hong Kong supporters at the conclusion of the 0-0 draw on November 14.

He was charged with "discriminatory behaviour" and, as well as his match ban, was hit with a fine of 30,000 Swiss francs (27,500 euros).