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The Journos · 12 October 2023
Civil war at Celtic over Palestine banner? Also on The Journos: UEFA investigate Celtic over "fireworks and illicit" pro-Palestine banners; Green Brigade and Celtic FC issue a statements over Palestine banners; Rangers manager search continues, but is Kevin Muscat the next Rangers FC manager?; potential for new away fan allocation changes; Hampden selected to be one of the EURO 2028 stadiums and much more!
Andy Devlin The Scottish Sun Sports Writer
The Journos Highlights:
00:00 Intro
01:17 Celtic Palestine banner
05:48 UEFA investigate Celtic
14:25 Green Brigade Celtic fans
18:43 Rangers manager search
26:42 Rangers FC team
35:21 Away fan allocation changes
40:53 EURO 2028 stadiums
45:55 Top 5 sports documentaries
UEFA Disciplinary Proceeding against Celtic: An Examination of Fireworks and Illicit Banners in the Clash with Lazio
The European football governing body, UEFA, has initiated disciplinary actions against Celtic FC, following the unruly scenes of fireworks and controversial banners displayed during their Champions League fixture against Lazio. The Glasgow-based club hosted the Italian giants in a heated encounter which ended in favour of Lazio, courtesy of a 96th-minute header from Pedro. This marked Celtic's second game in the prestigious competition, but the atmosphere was marred by some unacceptable behaviours from the stands.
Previously, Celtic had faced UEFA's wrath for a similar misdemeanour during their away fixture against Feyenoord in Rotterdam on September 19, which attracted a fine of £23,000. The recent incident against Lazio could see the club handed a heftier fine, reflecting UEFA’s intent to clamp down on such unruly behaviours to maintain the sport's decorum.
The case has now been handed over to the UEFA Control, Ethics, and Disciplinary Body for thorough examination and subsequent action. A statement released by UEFA on Thursday confirmed the opening of disciplinary proceedings due to the throwing of fireworks and the illicit banners displayed. The statement further mentioned that the UEFA Control, Ethics, and Disciplinary Body would reach a decision on this matter in due course.
The incident has spotlighted the broader issue of political and social messages within football stadiums, and how such expressions intersect with the sport’s governing rules and ethics. It's a delicate balance between allowing fans to express themselves and ensuring that such expressions do not cross the boundaries of decorum and respect. As UEFA deliberates on the actions to be taken against Celtic, this case may serve as a precedent for addressing similar incidents in the future, setting a clear demarcation between acceptable fan expressions and those that tarnish the sport's image.
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