UEFA Fines Tottenham and Issues Suspended Away-Ticket Ban After Nazi Salute Incident

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Tottenham Hotspur have been fined by UEFA and handed a suspended ban on selling away tickets after three supporters were found to have made Nazi salutes during a Champions League match against Eintracht Frankfurt.

The incident took place on 28 January at Deutsche Bank Park, where Spurs recorded a 2-0 victory. UEFA said the punishment was for the “racist and/or discriminatory behaviour” of Tottenham supporters.

What UEFA decided

European football’s governing body imposed the following sanctions:

• A £26,000 (€30,000) fine for discriminatory conduct
• A further £1,966 (€2,250) fine for objects thrown by fans
• A suspended away-ticket ban for one year

The ticket ban is suspended during a one-year probation period, meaning Tottenham will only face the restriction if similar incidents occur again within that time.

Tottenham’s firm response

Tottenham strongly condemned the behaviour and confirmed the individuals involved have been identified and punished.

In an official statement, the club described the actions as “utterly abhorrent” and announced that all three supporters have received indefinite bans under the club’s sanctions policy.

The club added that the behaviour of a small minority does not reflect Tottenham’s values or those of the wider fanbase.

Growing scrutiny across Europe

The case highlights UEFA’s continued crackdown on discriminatory behaviour in football stadiums. Clubs are facing increasing pressure to control supporter conduct, with heavier fines and potential fan restrictions now common.

The incident also follows a separate investigation involving Real Madrid after a supporter allegedly made a Nazi salute before a recent Champions League match against Benfica.

UEFA has repeatedly stressed its zero-tolerance stance as European football authorities push to keep the game inclusive and respectful for all.