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While the MLS Disciplinary Committee continues to review the post-match incident between New York City FC and Toronto FC on May 11, the league has suspended several individuals from both squads, Major League Soccer announced on Wednesday morning.
NYCFC defender Stahhinja Tanasijevic (12) slide tackles Toronto FC forward Lorenzo Insigne (24) during the second half on Saturday. (Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports)
While the MLS Disciplinary Committee continues to review the post-match incident between New York City FC and Toronto FC on May 11, the league has suspended several individuals from both squads, Major League Soccer announced on Wednesday morning.
NYCFC defender Strahinja Tanasijevic and Toronto FC forward Prince Owusu received red cards for their involvement in the incident. Owusu will serve his suspension against Nashville SC on May 15, and Tanasijevic will serve his ban against the Philadelphia Union on May 15
Toronto FC head coach John Herdman, goalkeeper Sean Johnson and defender Richie Laryea also were suspended for the Nashville SC match.
In a statement, the disciplinary committee said that it “continues to assess the incident and those involved for further discipline and will announce complete findings and sanctions at a later date.”