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The ban, which stemmed from an incident during
a match against San Jose Earthquakes, is the longest suspension
for a language-related offense in MLS history and will force
Vanzeir to miss 18% of his team's regular season games.
MLS also said Vanzeir will be required to participate in
league-mandated training and education sessions, as well as a
restorative practices program.
The incident occurred in the second half when Earthquakes
forward Jeremy Ebobisse alleged a Red Bulls player used a racial
slur. A fracas broke out among players, causing a delay that
resulted in 21 minutes of added time at the end of the match.
Vanzeir, Red Bulls coach Gerhard Struber and the team all issued
apologies on Monday.
Vanzeir addressed his team mates on Tuesday and, to avoid
further distractions, decided to step away from the club until
further notice.
(Reporting by Frank Pingue in Toronto, editing by Ed Osmond)
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