UEFA initiates proceedings after fan scandal! Bayern threatened with new stadium ban | OneFootball

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·17 April 2026

UEFA initiates proceedings after fan scandal! Bayern threatened with new stadium ban

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After the spectacular Champions League evening against Real Madrid, FC Bayern will now also have to deal with consequences off the pitch. UEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the German record champions – triggered by several incidents surrounding the 4:3 victory in the Allianz Arena

In particular, the focus is on scenes following Michael Olise’s last-minute winning goal. In injury time, numerous fans from the south curve stormed towards the edge of the pitch, crowded onto the advertising boards and celebrated with the players


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This led to unpleasant scenes: several photographers who had positioned themselves on the sidelines were overrun by the cheering fans. According to reports, at least two media representatives were injured

The fan umbrella organization „Club No. 12“ reacted afterwards and publicly apologized for the incidents

Four accusations against FC Bayern

UEFA sees several violations in the events and has initiated proceedings accordingly. Specifically, FC Bayern is accused of the following points

Disruption by spectators, blocking public routes, throwing objects and displaying an unauthorized banner with an anti-UEFA message

As a result, the club faces severe penalties – from fines to possible partial bans from the stadium

Repeat offender Südkurve?

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Particularly explosive: This is not the first time this season that the South Curve has made negative headlines. UEFA had previously taken measures due to pyrotechnics and banned parts of the curve

Reaching the semi-finals of the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain was a sporting milestone – but the incidents surrounding the match now cast a shadow over the triumph

Those responsible at Säbener Straße now have to come to terms with the situation and minimize the possible consequences

One thing is clear: UEFA will examine the case closely – and FC Bayern must be prepared for repercussions.

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