MLS Disciplinary Committee Fines Guilherme Biro and Others for Simulation Violations

Austin FC midfielder Guilherme Biro received a fine for violating the league’s policy on simulation and embellishment during the 78th minute of the match against Vancouver Whitecaps FC on September 13.

Colorado Rapids forward Georgi Minoungou was also fined for a similar violation occurring in the 22nd minute of his team's match against CF Montréal on September 12. This marks Minoungou’s second violation of the season.

Minnesota United FC forward Maurice Malone was fined for a simulation violation that took place in the 96th+ minute of the match against St. Louis CITY SC on September 12.

Real Salt Lake forward Lineker Rodrigues was fined an undisclosed amount for violating the policy regarding hands to the face, head, or neck of an opponent during the 69th minute of Salt Lake's match against New York City FC on September 12.

Additionally, San Jose Earthquakes defender Benji Kikanović faced a fine for a simulation violation that occurred in the 71st minute of his match against Houston Dynamo FC on September 12.