UEFA Fines Chelsea and Shamrock Rovers for Offensive Chants 😢
Rival fans clashed with controversial chants during the Conference League match at Stamford Bridge last month, prompting UEFA to issue fines to both clubs.
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The Standard
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Steve Worrell
Chelsea and Shamrock Rovers have each been fined €10,000 (£8,450) by UEFA for offensive chants heard during their Conference League encounter on December 19. The match, which Chelsea won 5-1, was overshadowed by rival fans chanting about the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the IRA, leading to disciplinary action from UEFA's Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB).
- Offensive Chants: Shamrock Rovers supporters chanted about Queen Elizabeth II's death, while Chelsea fans responded with anti-IRA chants.
- Fines Issued: UEFA fined both clubs €10,000 each for "transmitting a message that is not fit for a sports event."
- Match Details: Chelsea completed their Conference League group stage with a perfect record, advancing directly to the last 16. Shamrock Rovers secured 10th place and will face Molde in the knockout play-off round next month.
- UEFA’s Message: The fines underscore UEFA’s commitment to maintaining respect and integrity in football by condemning inappropriate fan behaviour.
This incident highlights the importance of fostering respectful fan interactions, as UEFA continues to address issues that detract from the spirit of the game.
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Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
