UEFA fines Feyenoord and restricts ticket sales after racism in Barcelona

For Feyenoord, the visit to FC Barcelona earlier this month not only resulted in a 5‑1 defeat, but also in racist expressions from some supporters, after which UEFA imposed a fine of 25 000 euro on the club. In addition, images were shared on X showing fans in the away section displaying racism.

UEFA imposes heavy sanctions

Four individuals received a monetary fine from UEFA, and Feyenoord itself was fined 25 000 euro. Furthermore, the club received a fine of 26 375 euro for supporters throwing objects. For transmitting a message that UEFA deemed unsuitable, Feyenoord must pay an additional 10 000 euro.

An extra fine of 13 000 euro was imposed for damage to the away section at Camp Nou. The total sanctions amount to 74 375 euro.

Implications for upcoming matches

For the next European away match, only 75 % of the away section may be occupied; that match takes place on 21 October in Seville against Real Betis. In between, Feyenoord will host Como from Italy on 14 October at De Kuip.

The club must contact Barcelona within thirty days to arrange the damage settlement. This is a condition for paying the fine and avoiding further disciplinary measures.

On X, images circulated of supporters in the away section displaying racism, including a photo of a fan wearing an offensive message. The fan site FR12 reported the incidents and the imposed fines.