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Are there penalties for this?

While there aren't specific 'fireworks at hotel' penalties in World Cup rules, FIFA can fine national football associations for various fan misconduct, including disturbing opponents. Local police, as seen in Mexico City, can also intervene for noise complaints or public disturbance, potentially leading to arrests or fines under local laws.

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Mexico fans fail to wake England players with fireworks

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What are FIFA fines for? Who enforces local laws? What happened to Ecuador?

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