Atletico Madrid fined for racist behaviour by fans at Champions League game against Arsenal

Atletico Madrid was fined and put on probation by UEFA on Thursday as punishment for racist behaviour by fans at a Champions League game against Arsenal.

Atletico had been charged with “racist and/or discriminatory behaviour” for fans making money noises and Nazi salutes at a 4-0 loss in London last month.

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Fans of Atletico have previously targeted Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior with similar racial abuse.

UEFA fined Atletico 30,000 euros ($35,000) and ordered a one-game ban on selling tickets to fans for a European away game, which was deferred for one year of probation.

Atletico also must pay a fine of 10,000 euros ($11,600) for fans throwing objects at Arsenal’s stadium.

Published on Nov 27, 2025