Costa Rican Football Federation issues disciplinary sanctions

The Disciplinary Tribunal of the Costa Rican Football Federation has announced several sanctions following the 12th round of the 2026 Apertura Tournament. The rulings affect multiple prominent clubs and individuals in the First Division.

Deportivo Saprissa player Gerson Torres Barrantes received a two-match suspension and a ₡250,000 fine for serious foul play. In a separate controversy regarding a match against Cartaginés, the Referee Commission released VAR audio addressing a disputed penalty claim involving Gerald Taylor and Luis Olivas. The commission determined that while contact occurred, it did not constitute a penalty.

Club Sport Herediano faces sanctions including a one-match suspension and a ₡150,000 fine for president and coach Jafet Soto Molina due to disrespectful conduct toward officials. The club was also fined ₡750,000 for repeated violations regarding mixed zone regulations.

Additionally, Liga Deportiva Alajuelense defender Giancarlo González Castro was handed a one-match suspension and a ₡100,000 fine after accumulating five yellow cards. Escorpiones FC player Danilo Pimpinati Rocha received a two-match suspension and a ₡250,000 fine for serious foul play.