The National Soccer League of Guatemala pressed a complaint formal before the disciplinary body against the Costa Rican coach Hernán Medford, current technician from Marquense, considering that their public statements constitute A grievance to the institution and the image of the National Championship.
According to the official document, Medford could face an economic sanction of until Q100,000, which must be covered by him or the club. In addition, a possible suspension of up to two years of national football, as well as the obligation to issue public apologies in the same media where he expressed his disagreement.
All this arises after the accusations made by the coach in press conferences and interviews, after the 2-2 draw against Municipal on day 19, where the San Marcos team was mathematically descended. In his statements, Medford said that “there are worrying things in how decisions are handled in the League” and reiterated his discomfort for the sanction that took three points on the first day for an alleged improper alignment.
At the time, Medford pointed directly to the National League, indicating that it was this one that authorized the registration of the sanctioned player. “Who were we going to ask permission if they are the ones who send?” The Costa Rican said, who considers the sanction that ended up marking the course of his team in the accumulated table.
This episode adds to a tense environment in Marquense, where altercations have also been registered with the fans, players outings amid rumors of matches of matches, and a legal battle for recovering the lost points. The board of directors of the club had already warned with the Court of Sports Arbitration (TAS) if necessary.
The complaint of the National League points out that these statements “question the credibility of the championship” and that a line has been crossed that deserves an exemplary sanction to prevent other football actors from issuing accusations without evidence before the media.
The disciplinary organ must now study the case and make a decision based on the articles that regulate the conduct of coaches and leaders within the national competitive framework. A deadline for issuing resolution has not been established, but an answer is expected in the next few days.
Meanwhile, the club Marquense remains expectation and has not yet issued an official statement In this regard. The truth is that Hernán Medford’s situation adds a new layer of uncertainty to a team that already dealt with the descent and with a tension -loaded tournament closure.
National football is placed again under the media focus, and this complaint could sit on the limits of freedom of expression within professional sport in Guatemala.