UEFA tightens field-side security at Euro 2024 games
(VOVWORLD) -The European Football Federation (UEFA) on Sunday announced increased security measures at 10 stadiums in Germany after fans got on the pitch to approach their idol stars.
“Any incursion onto the pitch constitutes a breach of the stadium rules and will result in expulsion from the stadium, a ban from all tournament matches and the filing of a formal criminal complaint for trespassing,” the UEFA said.
Four fans pursuing Cristiano Ronaldo got onto the field Saturday during Portugal’s 3-0 win over Turkey. More tried after the game ended in Dortmund.
Multiple games at Euro 2024 have seen fans on the field, including a fan with a camera who got within touching distance of Belgium star Kevin De Bruyne at a game against Slovakia in Frankfurt.