Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly facing a substantial fine from UEFA following pitch damage inflicted by celebrating supporters who invaded the field after the recent Champions League final. According to a report by Bild, fans were observed tearing up sections of the turf and cutting the goal nets in the vicinity of where the first three goals for Luis Enrique’s side were scored.
Bild indicates that this damage, coupled with the pitch invasion itself and the reported use of pyrotechnics by fans, has prompted UEFA to consider imposing heavy sanctions against the newly crowned European champions. The club is now at risk of receiving fines specifically for the pyrotechnics and the pitch invasion.
Although grounds staff at the Allianz Arena have since managed to repair the pitch in time for an upcoming Nations League semi-final match, the expenses incurred for these repairs are expected to be charged to PSG. On the night of the final, police attempted to control the invasion, but they were reportedly unable to remove all fans from the pitch before the damage occurred.
The club`s historic achievement of winning their first Champions League title was met with jubilant celebrations both in Munich and back home in Paris. Paris police chief Laurent Nuñez has provided details regarding the incidents that unfolded after approximately 100,000 supporters gathered in central Paris to celebrate the triumph.
Speaking to RTL, the Paris police prefect confirmed that a total of 563 arrests were made throughout the weekend, including 491 in the capital city. Law enforcement officials stated that they had to respond to what they described as ‘violent disturbances’ that took place during and after PSG’s title celebrations.
