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Laser Targeting Halts EnglandSerbia Qualifier in Belgrade as Sanctions Threat Grows

Officials signaled possible action against Serbia after play was halted for a laser.

Overview

  • Referee Clement Turpin stopped the match around the 38th minute after a green beam hit Ezri Konsa’s face.
  • An earlier laser appeared to target Reece James as he lined up a free-kick.
  • A public announcement warned against lasers and pyrotechnics following the stoppage.
  • Riot police moved into the stands in the second half during anti-government and Kosovo-related chanting.
  • Serbia had already been operating under a 15% capacity cut for prior offenses, and further punishment is possible after England’s win that included Konsa’s first international goal.