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UEFA confirms charges against Chelsea

Friday 22 May 2009
Disciplinary
UEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against ChelseaUEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea (©AFP)

UEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea FC, Didier Drogba and José Bosingwa in relation to incidents following the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against FC Barcelona at Stamford Bridge.

Statements requested
The club are charged with the improper conduct of their players and the throwing of missiles by their supporters, while Drogba and Bosingwa are accused of being in breach of the principles of sportsmanship by insulting the referee by making offensive comments. The club and the individuals concerned have been requested to file a statement by Friday 29 May. The UEFA Control & Disciplinary Body will deal with the case on 17 June.

 

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