NEW YORK, Switzerland (AP) – Tottenham on Monday suspended three supporters who gave Nazi salutes during a Champions League match in Germany in January.
club movement came as UEFA fines Tottenham He was fined 30,000 euros (approximately 3.5 million yen) on charges of “racist and/or discriminatory behavior” for the gesture he made during last month’s 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.
“Tottenham can confirm that all three players found giving the Nazi salute to Eintracht Frankfurt fans have been identified and have been suspended indefinitely,” Tottenham said in a statement. “The disgusting behavior of a small number of so-called fans that night is in no way a reflection of the values of our club and its supporters.”
Spurs were also fined 2,250 euros ($2,600) for a fan throwing an object.
UEFA has suspended a one-match suspension for a Europa League title holder for selling tickets to fans for an away game in a European competition, with a one-year suspension.
Tottenham next face Atletico Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 on March 10.
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