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FA Charges Crystal Palace Over Fan Banner Depicting Nottingham Forest Owner With Gun

The FA alleges the club failed to prevent improper supporter conduct at the Aug. 24 Selhurst Park match.

Overview

  • Supporters displayed a banner in the Holmesdale End showing Evangelos Marinakis pointing a gun at Morgan Gibbs‑White, alongside unproven accusations he has denied.
  • The charge relates to the 1-1 Premier League game on Aug. 24, with Crystal Palace given until Tuesday, Nov. 11, to submit a response.
  • FA regulations bar defamatory, offensive or provocative messaging in stadiums, and the case centers on club responsibility for fan displays.
  • The incident followed UEFA’s decision to exclude Palace from the Europa League due to former co‑owner John Textor’s controlling interest in Lyon, which led to Forest taking Palace’s place.
  • Any sanction will follow the FA’s disciplinary process, with fines commonly imposed in similar misconduct cases if charges are proven.