The Serbian football association has been charged by UEFA after objects were allegedly thrown at England’s Euro 2024 group stage match against Serbia.
Eight people were temporarily detained following a brawl between Serbia and England fans in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, ahead of Sunday’s game, police said.
The charges include “transmitting a provocative message unfit for a sports event”.
European’s football’s governing body says its control, ethics and disciplinary body (CEDB) will decide on the matter in due course.
In addition, a UEFA ethics and disciplinary inspector will conduct a disciplinary investigation regarding alleged discriminatory behaviour.
England won the match 1-0.
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