UEFA act against St Etienne after fans lit flares


  • Football
  • Saturday, 18 Feb 2017

Britain Football Soccer - Manchester United v Saint-Etienne - UEFA Europa League Round of 32 First Leg - Old Trafford, Manchester, England - 16/2/17 Manchester United's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates scoring their third goal to complete his hat trick Reuters / Andrew Yates Livepic

LONDON (Reuters) - European soccer body UEFA launched disciplinary proceedings against St Etienne on Friday after the French side's supporters lit flares during their Europa League last-32 first leg match at Manchester United.

UEFA said in a statement that St Etienne, who face a fine, were charged with setting off fireworks, throwing objects and the improper conduct of supporters at Old Trafford on Thursday.

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