UEFA fines Euro 2024 co-organizers for fan misconduct and field intrusion
- UEFA has handed out fines exceeding 1 million euros for fan misconduct at Euro 2024.
- Co-organizers Germany and Croatia faced penalties for incidents including field intrusion and fan misconduct.
- The fines showcase UEFA's commitment to ensuring safety and respect at major football events.
In a recent development at Euro 2024, UEFA has imposed fines totaling 1,270,000 euros on various nations for offenses committed by either the host nation or supporters. England received a relatively small fine of 12,500 euros for disturbances during the national anthems and throwing of objects, while Croatia faced fines amounting to 220,875 euros, including a significant sum for the throwing of fireworks. The fines were issued for a range of infractions such as throwing objects, lighting fireworks, invasion of the field, improper conduct, crowd disturbances, and transmitting unfair messages during the tournament's group stages. Notably, only two nations, England and Ukraine, were fined for disturbances during national anthems and the use of a laser pointer, respectively. Among the Balkan states, Croatia, Albania, and Serbia received the highest fines. Germany, as the host nation, was fined 15,000 euros for failing to protect the playing area. Incidents of fan disturbances, including fights in the stands and brawls in the city, marred several matches, leading to arrests and fines for the involved parties. UEFA also fined Germany for failing to prevent fans from entering the field to take selfies with Cristiano Ronaldo, resulting in fines totaling 20,000 euros. Security lapses and breaches related to order and protection of the playing area during games involving Portugal were highlighted. The tournament saw multiple instances of fans invading the field to take photos with Ronaldo, prompting UEFA to announce a review and enhancement of stadium security measures. In addition to fines for fan misconduct, UEFA also penalized federations for transmitting provocative messages, displaying nationalist symbols, and hurling objects onto the field. Charges of disrupting national anthems led to fines for England and Romania. The tournament witnessed various disciplinary actions aimed at maintaining order and security, with fines totaling almost 1.3 million euros across 22 of the 24 national federations participating in Euro 2024.