Brazil fined over homophobic chants

Brazil's football federation has been fined US$15,000 (A$21,000) over homophobic chanting by fans during the host nation's Copa America opener against Bolivia, the South American Football Confederation said on Thursday.

Players of Brazil stand together during thepenalty shoot-out against Paraguay Source: AFP

In addition to the chants at goal kicks, Brazilian fans in the 46,000 crowd at the Morumbi stadium on June 14 also lit flares as their side won 3-0.

The host nation advanced to the semi-finals of the tournament on Thursday after beating Paraguay 4-3 on penalties. The two sides were tied 0-0 after 90 minutes.