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UEFA fines Bulgarian Football Union 85,000 euros

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UEFA has made a decision over fines following the racism scandal at the Bulgaria-England match of the European qualification round meeting (0: 6) on 14 October in Sofia. The national team should play their next two home games with doors closed. In addition, there will be two years of probation from today's decision on racist behavior of fans. UEFA has fined the BFU 75,000 euros for the spectators' behavior at the Vasil Levski National Stadium in Sofia. Another 10,000 euros will have to be paid for booing the British anthem before the match. The English Football Association has been fined 5,000 euros for fans booing the Bulgarian anthem.




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