According to Olé, Corinthians has officially released a statement in response to a complaint filed by Estudiantes de La Plata regarding the provocative gesture made by Corinthians striker Memphis Depay during the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinal. The club stated it will submit a defense within the deadline set by CONMEBOL to prevent their Dutch star from facing any sanctions.

Hours after the draw in Buenos Aires, the Brazilian club's official social media account posted a statement clarifying the matter regarding the complaint filed by Estudiantes to CONMEBOL.

Corinthians clarified in the statement: "The deadline for the defense set by CONMEBOL is September 17, one day after the second leg of the quarterfinal."

Therefore, Corinthians reassured its fans about the availability of the Dutch player for the decisive match, to prevent any possible suspension: "Any potential punishment will only be enforced after the hearing, which will take place after the defense materials are submitted. Corinthians will submit this defense, respecting CONMEBOL's deadline, to prevent Memphis Depay from facing any type of punishment."

Estudiantes Protests Depay's Gesture

The player involved in Estudiantes' complaint is Dutch striker Memphis Depay, who plays under coach Fernando Diniz. The specific action that angered the Argentine team was a gesture made by the European player while celebrating Caio César's equalizing goal: he made an obscene gesture toward Estudiantes fans.

Therefore, Estudiantes issued a statement on Thursday, protesting Depay's offensive conduct to CONMEBOL. They stated on social media: "Estudiantes de La Plata has filed a report to CONMEBOL's Disciplinary Unit regarding the offensive gesture made by opposing player Memphis Depay, which was clearly directed at our fans."

Additionally, Estudiantes explained that they will seek sanctions in accordance with Articles 14.1.b).(IV) and 14.1.b).(V) of CONMEBOL's Disciplinary Code applicable to CONMEBOL competitions, which regulate unsporting behavior in official matches. Estudiantes hopes the Dutch player will be punished and speculates that he may be banned from participating in the second leg in Brazil.

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