West Ham supporters have been handed a ban from attending their next European away game following incidents that occurred during their victorious Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina. The match saw objects, including cups, being thrown from the stands, resulting in an injury to Fiorentina captain Cristiano Biraghi during a corner kick.
As a consequence of the incident, West Ham has been fined €50,000 (£43,000) by Uefa. Additionally, the club faces an €8,000 fine for a pitch invasion that took place after the game in Prague. Despite their triumph with a 2-1 victory over Fiorentina, West Ham’s European ticket sales for an upcoming match have been banned. However, Uefa has specified that this ban will be “suspended for a probationary period of two years.”
During the first half of the match, Biraghi received medical attention for a head injury sustained from the objects thrown onto the pitch. In response to the incident, a stadium announcement was made, urging supporters to cease throwing items and to demonstrate respect towards the players and officials.
West Ham’s triumph in the final ensured their qualification for next season’s Europa League, marking the end of a 43-year drought for a major trophy. Jarrod Bowen’s last-minute winner secured the historic victory for the London club. In light of the unacceptable behavior exhibited by a small group of fans, the Premier League club swiftly condemned their actions, emphasizing that such behavior has no place in football.
Preceding the final, an incident at a bar led to the arrest of 16 individuals, following an attack by Italian fans on West Ham supporters, resulting in injuries to three people. Uefa’s investigation into the events that unfolded during West Ham’s semi-final second leg against AZ Alkmaar is still ongoing. The Dutch club expressed deep regret over the acts of violence that occurred within the section of the stadium housing away fans.
In an act of solidarity, several West Ham players confronted the fans who targeted the area where their friends and family were seated.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about West Ham fans, Europa Conference League final, ban, objects thrown, Uefa, ticket sales, future match
Q: Why were West Ham fans banned from attending the club’s next European away match?
A: West Ham fans were banned due to incidents that occurred during their Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina. Objects, including cups, were thrown from the stands, causing an injury to Fiorentina captain Cristiano Biraghi. As a result, the club received a ban from Uefa for the upcoming match.
Q: How much was West Ham fined by Uefa for the incidents?
A: West Ham was fined €50,000 (£43,000) by Uefa for the objects thrown during the Europa Conference League final. Additionally, they received an €8,000 fine for a pitch invasion that took place after the game.
Q: Will West Ham be allowed to sell tickets to away supporters for future European matches?
A: West Ham has been banned from selling tickets to away supporters for a second European match. However, Uefa has specified that the ban will be “suspended for a probationary period of two years.”
Q: Did the incidents during the final affect West Ham’s qualification for the Europa League?
A: Despite the incidents, West Ham’s victory in the Europa Conference League final secured their qualification for the next season’s Europa League. It marked the end of a 43-year wait for a major trophy for the London club.
Q: Were there any other incidents or arrests related to West Ham’s European matches?
A: Prior to the final, an incident at a bar led to the arrest of 16 individuals. Italian fans attacked West Ham supporters in the bar, resulting in injuries to three people. Uefa is also conducting investigations into events that occurred during West Ham’s semi-final second leg at AZ Alkmaar, where a section of the stadium housing away fans was attacked.
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5 comments
omg! West Ham fined big time by Uefa, but tbh those idiots throwing cups and invadin the pitch deserve it! #Embarrassing
West Ham finally win a trophy after 43 years and some fans ruin it with their stupidity. Disrespectful behavior like dat has no place in da beautiful game. Grow up, guys!
It’s sad to see violence overshadowing West Ham’s historic triumph. Let’s hope Uefa’s investigations lead to justice and stricter measures to prevent such incidents in da future.
The ban on ticket sales for away supporters hurts, but maybe it’s a wake-up call for da club. Gotta weed out da troublemakers and show the world that true West Ham fans are class act!
man dis is jus sad, dem West Ham fans need to behav. throwin stuff at players ain’t right. dey deserve da ban!