UEFA Threatens Partial Closure of Santiago Bernabéu Over Discriminatory Behavior
In a significant move to address disciplinary issues in European football, UEFA's Appeals Committee has issued a stern warning to Real Madrid, threatening a partial closure of the iconic Santiago Bernabéu stadium. This decision follows incidents of discriminatory behavior by Real Madrid fans during the recent Champions League match against Manchester City.
The Incident
The controversy arose during the second leg of the Champions League match between Real Madrid and Manchester City, which took place at the Santiago Bernabéu. UEFA officials reported various instances of discriminatory behavior, notably homophobic insults directed at Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola. These actions have been condemned by UEFA, leading to the imposition of stringent sanctions.
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