"The core of the sanction lies in the club's role as the host. Despite the stringent security measures implemented to prevent a repeat of the infamous 2022 "invasion," UEFA determined that Barcelona remains ultimately responsible for the safety and security of the facilities. Since pyrotechnics were successfully smuggled past the checkpoints and lit during the match, the liability falls on the host institution."
"UEFA's disciplinary committee maintains that even if the flares were brought in by opposing fans, the failure to intercept them at the gates constitutes a breach of safety protocol. The report adds that the financial penalty was originally slated to be much higher. However, the fine was reduced to €17,000 thanks to a renewed positive relationship between Barcelona's board and UEFA leadership."
"For Barcelona, the match at Camp Nou ended in a 2-1 victory, with Jules Kounde notably scoring twice in the second half to seal crucial three points that played a key role in helping Hansi Flick's men to secure a berth inside the top eight. Barcelona, therefore, have managed to avoid the playoff round and will be directly playing the Round of 16 in March, where they will take on the winners of the knockout playoffs."
UEFA has fined Barcelona €17,000 after flares and pyrotechnics were brought into Camp Nou during the Champions League match against Eintracht Frankfurt on December 9. UEFA held the club responsible as the host for failing to prevent pyrotechnics from passing checkpoints and being lit during the game. The original penalty was higher but was reduced to €17,000 following improved relations between Barcelona’s board and UEFA leadership. Eintracht Frankfurt received a separate €38,000 fine and a ban on selling tickets to fans for their next two away matches. Barcelona won 2-1, with Jules Kounde scoring twice, and advanced directly to the Round of 16.
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