In response to violent altercations among soccer fans in Fortaleza, the Ceará Public Ministry implemented a five-game ban on four organized fan groups. The decision followed significant violence that occurred on Sunday, just hours before a match between the local soccer teams Ceará and Fortaleza in the 2026 Ceará Championship. Over 350 individuals were arrested during the clashes, resulting in the seizure of various weapons including sticks, rocks, and explosives.

The affected fan groups include the Torcida Organizada do Ceará (TOC), Movimento Organizado Força Independente (MOFI), Bonde da Aliança, and Força da Galera. The public ministry acted to safeguard public order and ensure the safety of spectators in future matches. As part of the disciplinary action, the decision was communicated to the Ceará Football Federation and the involved clubs, emphasizing the authorities' commitment to curbing violence in sports settings.

These developments highlight ongoing concerns regarding fan violence in Brazilian soccer, which has prompted various measures from authorities in an effort to manage safety in stadiums. The recent incidents remind stakeholders of the urgent need to address the culture of violence often associated with organized fan groups, which affects not only the matches themselves but the broader community's safety when such events occur.