San Diego FC increases security to stop offensive chants

San Diego – San Diego FC strengthened security measures for his second home game in the Snapdragon stage on Saturday evening to prevent fans from repeating an inappropriate singing that impaired their opening game two weeks ago. The reinforced protocols aim to promote more integrative and respectful matchday environment.

The new measures of the football club included increased signage in the entire stadium, flyers placed in seating cup holders, and additional security personnel that were strategically positioned in key areas. A special focus was placed on the section near the opposing goalkeeper, where the offensive singing was created during the previous game.

San Diego FC warned that perpetrators would be identified, ejected and possibly exposed to additional sanctions. Fans interviewed before the game expressed mixed reactions to the increased security measures.

“As a mother, I want my children to be in a beautiful safe environment, but as football fans, you know, everything in a sense is part of the game and part, you know the excitement of what's going on,” said participant Vanessa Luquen.

Season ticket owners Breaana and Giuseppe Collesanti supported the club's attitude.

“I think it's great,” said Brenna Collesanti. “Here in San Diego there is definitely no discrimination, and I think it's great for everyone to have this recognition as if there is no place for it and we all love each other.”

“Every step towards equality is great for us and every kind of movement that you make for it is all good,” added Giuseppe Collesanti.

In the course of the season, the three-step protocol of the FIFA for SDFC home games will be in force, so that the officials can stop, suspend or give up if there are discriminatory behavior.