UEFA has fined Tottenham Hotspur and imposed a suspended ban on the club selling away tickets after three supporters made Nazi salutes toward Eintracht Frankfurt fans.
The incident occurred during Spurs’ 2-0 Champions League win at Deutsche Bank Park on 28 January.
European football’s governing body said the sanction was issued for “the racist and/or discriminatory behaviour of its supporters,” adding that the away ticket ban is “suspended for a probationary period of one year.”
Tottenham were also fined £26,000 ($34,700), along with an additional £1,966 ($2,600) for objects thrown by supporters during the match.
Tottenham Issues Lifetime Bans
In a statement, Spurs condemned the actions of those involved and confirmed that lifetime bans had been handed down.
“We can confirm that all three individuals found to be making Nazi salutes towards Eintracht Frankfurt fans have been identified and have received indefinite bans under the club’s sanctions and banning policy,” the club said.
“The club stands firmly against all forms of discrimination and has therefore taken the strongest possible action,” the statement added. “The disgusting behaviour of a minority of so-called fans on the night is in no way reflective of the values of our club and its supporters.”
Wider Scrutiny Across European Football
The punishment comes amid heightened scrutiny across European football. Last week, Real Madrid launched an investigation after a supporter performed a Nazi salute before their Champions League victory over Benfica.
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