UEFA Disciplinary Probe
UEFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Fenerbahce Players Following Post-Match Chaos
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In the tunnel after the final whistle, Lyon's goalkeeping coach Antonio Ferreira confronted Matteo Guendouzi during the post-match confrontation.
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Guendouzi said Lyon fans targeted him and his family with insults throughout the match, including during warmups, and he insisted he had every right to celebrate with his side after the win.
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During post-match celebrations, Guendouzi was seen taunting Lyon supporters and shouting a Marseille chant, while Greenwood also made provocative gestures and drew attention by grabbing his crotch toward the home crowd.
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Fenerbahce advances to the Champions League league phase and will begin an eight-game group-stage schedule, starting with a home match against Roma on September 10 (with subsequent trips including Aston Villa and fixtures versus Slavia Prague and Liverpool).
UEFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Fenerbahce players Matteo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood following chaotic post-match scenes after a Champions League playoff win over Lyon Reuters. The incidents featured Guendouzi allegedly taunting Lyon supporters and a tunnel confrontation, with Greenwood also involved in provocative gestures that drew crowd disruptions Al Jazeera. Fenerbahce advanced 2-1 on the night, securing a spot in the Champions League league phase.
Guendouzi's Tunnel Clash and Fan Taunting
In the tunnel after the final whistle, Lyon's goalkeeping coach Antonio Ferreira confronted Matteo Guendouzi during heated post-match exchanges Daily Mail. Guendouzi claimed Lyon fans targeted him and his family with insults throughout the match, including during warmups. He insisted he had every right to celebrate with his team after the victory. During celebrations, Guendouzi was seen shouting a Marseille chant and taunting Lyon supporters in the stands.
Greenwood's Provocative Gestures Spark UEFA Investigation
Mason Greenwood also drew UEFA scrutiny for his actions during the post-match disorder Daily Mail. The former Manchester United forward made provocative gestures toward the home crowd. He grabbed his crotch in a deliberate taunt directed at Lyon supporters, escalating tensions in an already volatile atmosphere. Both players' conduct has now triggered formal disciplinary charges from European football's governing body.
Fenerbahce Defends Players While Advancing in Europe
Fenerbahce confirmed the UEFA probe and pledged to submit all necessary information to protect the rights of both players Reuters. The club emphasized it is closely monitoring developments. Fenerbahce now advances to an eight-game Champions League league phase, starting with a home match against Roma on September 10. Subsequent fixtures include trips to Aston Villa and matches versus Slovia Prague and Liverpool.
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