Liga MX and Cruz Azul took their time to issue a joint statement on the controversial drug-themed party organized by Julio Cesar Dominguez to celebrate his son's 12th birthday, in which they confirmed that the 35-year-old would receive no punishment.
After the 'Narcos' themed party, the league issued a brief statement on their decision, which leaves the disciplinary decision solely down to his club.
Cruz Azul, without knowing if there was a punishment, chose not to select Dominguez for the matchday 1 game, which ended in a 1-1 draw at Tijuana.
The regulations stipulate sanctions ranging from a warning, temporary suspension, financial fine and possible dismissal.
It seems that the punishment will be light and the player will be given support to raise awareness, and he will offer a message to the public this Tuesday to give his version of events, in addition to the fact that he has already issued an apology.
What was Liga MX's position on Cata's party?
In the joint statement, Liga MX and Cruz Azul reiterated their rejection of any demonstration that promotes violence, and described the party as "regrettable and unacceptable.
After news of the party broke on Saturday, Liga MX used the following three tiers to determine whether they would punish the player:
"The Liga MX and Club Cruz Azul reiterate their rejection of any behavior that violates professional ethics and the manifestation of any act that incites violence," the statement concluded.
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