In this award, the Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld the appeal of AZ Alkmaar against UEFA’s decision to impose a EUR 40,000 fine for alleged failures to maintain order and security during a match against Legia Warszawa. The Panel found that the Dutch club had not acted negligently and had complied with UEFA’s safety and cooperation obligations. The disciplinary decision was entirely annulled.
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On 5 October 2023, AZ Alkmaar hosted Legia Warszawa in a UEFA Europa Conference League group stage match. Several incidents occurred before and after the match, culminating in...
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