BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (Aug. 20, 2019) – As a result of the Chicago Fire’s appeal, an Independent Review Panel, consisting of one representative from the U.S. Soccer Federation, one representative from the Canadian Soccer Association and one independent representative nominated by the Professional Referee Organization, has unanimously rescinded the one-game suspension and accompanying fine for the red card midfielder Nicolás Gaitán received in the 45+ minute of Chicago’s match against the Philadelphia Union on Aug. 17. Gaitán is now eligible to play in the Fire’s next regular season game on Aug. 24 against the New England Revolution.
Chicago Fire Successfully Appeal Midfielder Nicolás Gaitán’s Suspension
