Celtic are facing a hefty fine of over £20,000 from UEFA following incidents during their recent Champions League victory over RB Leipzig.
The financial penalty from Europe's governing body stems from two specific charges: the blocking of public passageways and a pitch invasion by fans.
The total fine amounts to €27,000, which translates to approximately £22,500.
This includes a €12,000 fine for the obstruction of public pathways and an additional €15,000 for the pitch invasion of a young supporter.
This latest penalty brings Celtic's total fines over the past two seasons to a staggering £200,000.
“Invasion of the field of play, Art. 16(2)(a) DR. Fine: €15,000."
This situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding fan behaviour and safety regulations within modern-day football stadiums.
More to follow...
Why are you making commenting on The National only available to subscribers?
We know there are thousands of National readers who want to debate, argue and go back and forth in the comments section of our stories. We’ve got the most informed readers in Scotland, asking each other the big questions about the future of our country.
Unfortunately, though, these important debates are being spoiled by a vocal minority of trolls who aren’t really interested in the issues, try to derail the conversations, register under fake names, and post vile abuse.
So that’s why we’ve decided to make the ability to comment only available to our paying subscribers. That way, all the trolls who post abuse on our website will have to pay if they want to join the debate – and risk a permanent ban from the account that they subscribe with.
The conversation will go back to what it should be about – people who care passionately about the issues, but disagree constructively on what we should do about them. Let’s get that debate started!
Callum Baird, Editor of The National
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel