UEFA will investigate Serbia U21 racism remarks

Racist remarks pointed at England-U21 Nedum Onuoha by Serbian fans made Uefa open disciplinary proceedings.

UEFA will investigate Serbia U21 racism remarks According to allegations, in the Championship match between the U21 of England and Serbia, fans from the Slavic team had made racial remarks to England's Nedum Onuoha. Conduct of the Serbian players will also be investigated after Justin Hoyte was targeted in the tunnel by opposition players. Uefa representatives said they will look into the behavior of the English players, as well.

From a released statement from Uefa: "In regard to alleged racist chanting, we will instigate proceedings against the FSS (Serbian Football Association) over the misconduct of their supporters. Proceedings will also be instigated against the FSS for the improper conduct of their players on two occasions: following England's second goal and after the match. Uefa will also commence proceedings against the Football Association for the improper conduct of the England players after the match."

England U21 won the game 2-0 and qualified for the European Championship semi-finals. The other three quarter final games will be played this week and are:

Holland U21 v England U21
Serbia U21 v Belgium U21
Italy U21 v Portugal U21

Betting on these European U21 Championship football matches is available at Bet365 online.

Published on 06/18/2007