UEFA EURO 2020: Italy v England
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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Disciplinary proceedings opened against The English Football Association
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Disciplinary proceedings have been opened following the UEFA EURO 2020 final match between the national teams of Italy and England (1-1, Italy won 3-2 on penalties), played on 11 July at Wembley Stadium, London.
Charges against The English Football Association:
• Invasion of the field of play by its supporters - Article 16(2)(a) of the UEFA Disciplinary Regulations (DR)
• Throwing of objects by its supporters - Article 16(2)(b) DR
• Disturbance caused by its supporters during the national anthem - Article 16(2)(g) DR
• Lighting of a firework by its supporters - Article 16(2)(c) DR
The case will be dealt with by the UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) in due course.
Separately, and in accordance with Article 31(4) DR, a UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to conduct a disciplinary investigation into events involving supporters which occurred inside and around the stadium.
Information on this matter will be made available in due course.