Champions League: UEFA sanctions Bayern Munich! (Official)

CL: Bayern hit with official UEFA sanction

Europe 23 April 2026 at 15:15

Bayern Munich has avoided a heavy UEFA punishment after incidents against Real Madrid, but will have to pay a significant fine before facing PSG.

Bayern Munich's qualification for the Champions League semi-finals did not come without consequences. After their spectacular victory over Real Madrid, crowd trouble in the stands led to injuries among photographers on the sidelines.

UEFA has launched disciplinary proceedings against FC Bayern over four different allegations in connection with the match against Real Madrid at Allianz Arena

UEFA accuses Bayern of "disruption by spectators", in addition to "blocking public paths", "throwing objects" and… pic.twitter.com/EvJCAhTvIa
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The partial pitch invasion by Bavarian supporters, who rushed to celebrate with the players, immediately caught UEFA’s attention. The German club was facing the prospect of a partial stadium closure for the remainder of the competition.

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In the end, the sanction remains limited. Bayern avoids a capacity restriction for the second-leg semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain, but will have to pay a €90,000 fine.