Kevin Viveros faces suspension after striking opponent

Colombian striker Kevin Viveros, playing for Athletico Paranaense, faces a potential suspension of four to 12 matches following a red card during a match against Vasco da Gama. The incident occurred in the second half when Viveros stepped on the abdomen of Vasco player Cuiabano.

The Superior Tribunal de Justiça Desportiva (STJD) has formally charged Viveros with physical aggression under article 254-A of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice. The prosecution has requested a six-match ban. If the minimum penalty of four matches is applied, Viveros will miss several key upcoming fixtures, including matches against Flamengo, Remo, Mirassol, and São Paulo.

Viveros issued a public apology to Cuiabano via social media, stating the act was unintentional and that he attempted to reduce the force of the impact once he realized what happened. Athletico Paranaense has also imposed an internal financial fine on the player, and the club's legal department is preparing a defense to mitigate the potential disciplinary sanctions.