UEFA charges Saint-Etienne over fan misconduct at Man United
Posted February 17, 2017 6:00 am
NYON, Switzerland (AP) - UEFA has opened a disciplinary case against Saint-Etienne for misconduct by its fans during the Europa League game at Manchester United.
The French club was charged over fireworks being set off and objects being thrown at Old Trafford on Thursday.
UEFA says its disciplinary body will deal with the case on March 23. United won the first leg of the round of 32 game 3-0.
St.-Etienne supporters light flares ahead of the Europa League round of 32 first leg soccer match between Manchester United and St.-Etienne at the Old Trafford stadium in Manchester, England, Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017 . (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)
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