Press Release

Leagues Cup 2026 Disciplinary Committee Decisions

The Leagues Cup Organizing Committee today announced the Leagues Cup 2026 Disciplinary Committee decisions following Phase One's first round of matches, played between August 4-6, 2026.

  • Following the 69th minute of the Austin FC vs. Club Tijuana match, Club Tijuana player Iván Oswaldo Tona Olmeda was issued a red card for engaging in violent conduct. In accordance with Article 4.2.C of the Leagues Cup 2026 Competition Regulations, the Disciplinary Committee has issued a two-match suspension to Tona.
  • Following the 78th minute of the Chicago Fire FC vs. Necaxa match, Necaxa Head Coach Martín Varini Dizioli was issued a red card for using offensive, insulting, or abusive language or actions. In accordance with Article 4.2.C of the Leagues Cup 2026 Competition Regulations, the Disciplinary Committee has issued a one-match suspension to Varini.