Real Madrid Sanctioned by UEFA
Real Madrid Sanctioned by UEFA
Fined €30,000 for Discriminatory Behavior
Real Madrid is not the only high-profile club under such scrutiny.
Real Madrid has been fined €30,000 by UEFA following allegations of discriminatory behavior from their supporters.
During the UEFA Champions League playoff match against Manchester City.
What Led to the Sanction?
During Real Madrid’s 3-1 victory over Manchester City on February 19, in which Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick.
UEFA cited violations of Article 14 of its disciplinary regulations.
This article strictly prohibits racism, discriminatory behavior, and propaganda within stadiums.
However, no television footage or journalists reported any incidents at the time of the match.
Potential Stadium Closure for Real Madrid
Aside from the financial penalty, UEFA has imposed a conditional punishment that could see at least 500 adjacent seats at Santiago Bernabeu closed.
If a similar offense is repeated within the next two years.
This measure reflects UEFA’s firm stance on combating discrimination in football.
Other Clubs Facing Similar Penalties
Real Madrid is not the only high-profile club under such scrutiny.
Their fierce rivals, FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, are also facing suspended sanctions for similar incidents.
This highlights a broader issue within Spanish football that UEFA is determined to address.
What This Means for Real Madrid
lthough Real Madrid has not yet issued an official response, this penalty could have repercussions on the club’s reputation and fan conduct policies.
Moving forward, stricter regulations and monitoring within the stadium could be implemented to prevent further incidents.
With UEFA tightening its regulations on fan behavior.
Clubs across Europe are under increasing pressure to ensure inclusivity and eliminate any form of discrimination from the sport.
