Barcelona report PSG tifo to UEFA over violence and hatred claims
· Sports · BBC Sport, Sportstar
Barcelona have reported Paris Saint-Germain to UEFA after a tifo displaying a message deemed to incite violence and hatred was displayed ahead of their Champions League match on Tuesday. The Catalan club lodged the complaint with European football's governing body following the incident at the Parc des Princes. Barcelona stated the display violated Uefa's regulations on conduct and sportsmanship in competitive fixtures. The incident adds to ongoing tensions between the two clubs in European competition.
Why it matters
The complaint threatens PSG with potential Uefa sanctions, including fines or disciplinary action, impacting their Champions League campaign. Barcelona's action sets a precedent for how European football handles provocative fan displays.
Read the original report — BBC Sport
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