Chinese FA Penalizes Beijing Guoan for Fans' Inappropriate Clothing During

Chinese FA Penalizes Beijing Guoan for Fans' Inappropriate Clothing During Shanghai申花 Match

The Chinese FA announced penalties against Beijing Guoan fans for wearing clothing with uncivil text during the Shanghai申花 vs Beijing Guoan match on August 18, 2026. The club was fined 50,000 yuan and saw a 10% reduction in away fan seating for two games.

22 Aug 2026 By 勒费夫尔 · senior correspondent

Penalty Decision

The Chinese FA Discipline and Ethics Committee penalized Beijing Guoan based on the Disciplinary and Ethics Code. Fans wearing clothing with uncivil text during the August 18, 2026, match at Shanghai申花's home stadium led to the club's reprimand, 50,000 yuan fine, and 10% reduction in away fan seating for two games.

Incident Review

Reports and videos showed违规 clothing in the away fan area. The Chinese FA emphasized strict handling of violations, citing breaches of Articles 87 and 92. Penalties take effect immediately, with disputes resolvable through the FA Dispute Resolution Committee.