UEFA has fined Tottenham Hotspur and handed the club a suspended ban on selling away tickets after three supporters made Nazi salutes towards Eintracht Frankfurt fans.
The incident took place during a Champions League tie at Deutsche Bank Park on 28 January. Spurs won the match 2-0.
European football’s governing body said it imposed the sanction for “the racist and/or discriminatory behaviour of its supporters”. The away ticket ban has been suspended for a probationary period of one year.
Tottenham were fined £26,000, equivalent to 30,000 euros. A further £1,966, or 2,250 euros, was issued for objects thrown by supporters.
Spurs moved quickly to condemn those involved.
“The conduct of a small number of fans was utterly abhorrent,” the club said.
“We can confirm that all three individuals found to be making Nazi salutes towards Eintracht Frankfurt fans have been identified and have received indefinite bans under the club’s sanctions and banning policy.
“The club stands firmly against all forms of discrimination and has therefore taken the strongest possible action. The disgusting behaviour of a minority of so-called fans on the night is in no way reflective of the values of our club and its supporters.”
The case follows a separate controversy in Spain, where Real Madrid opened an investigation after a supporter allegedly performed a Nazi salute before their Champions League victory against Benfica.
