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Rangers Penalized €48,500 by UEFA Over Discriminatory Fan Banner

The club faces a suspended stand closure and is issuing lifetime bans to those involved as it condemns the incident as 'embarrassing.'

Soccer Football - Europa League - Round of 16 - Second Leg - Rangers v Fenerbahce - Ibrox, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain - March 13, 2025 Rangers players celebrate after winning the penalty shoot-out REUTERS/Russell Cheyne/File Photo
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Overview

  • UEFA fined Rangers €30,000 for a discriminatory banner displayed by fans during a Europa League match against Fenerbahce on March 14, 2025.
  • The club received additional fines totaling €18,500 for improper conduct, blocking public passageways, and throwing objects during the same match.
  • Rangers faces a suspended closure of the Copland Stand for one match if further violations occur within two years.
  • The club has condemned the incident and is in the process of issuing lifetime bans to the individuals responsible for the banner.
  • Rangers emphasized the damage to its reputation, finances, and the experience of innocent fans, while reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity.