DFB to face proceedings
Thursday, June 14, 2012
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Disciplinary proceedings have been opened against the German Football Association (DFB) for spectator-related incidents at the match between Germany and the Netherlands.
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UEFA today confirms that it has opened disciplinary proceedings against the German Football Association (DFB) following last night's UEFA EURO 2012 Group B match between Germany and the Netherlands in Kharkiv.
The DFB is charged with the setting-off of fireworks and the throwing of missiles by supporters. The UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body will deal with the case on Monday 18 June.