UEFA has Fined England and Ireland for Fans’ Disrespectful Behavior During National Anthems
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Liam Carter
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UEFA has fined the English and Irish football associations for fans’ inappropriate behavior during the playing of national anthems.
Details: UEFA penalized the associations due to English and Irish fans booing each other’s national anthems before the Nations League match in September.
England received a €12,500 fine for fan misconduct, while Ireland was fined €10,000. The stricter penalty for England was due to this being a repeat offense.
Recap: England defeated Ireland 2-0 in Dublin. The English team holds second place in Group 2 of Nations League Division B with 9 points, while Ireland sits in third place with 3 points.