City
Epaper

Euro 2020: Disrespectful English fans boo Italy's national anthem

By ANI | Updated: July 12, 2021 00:55 IST

Ahead of the kick-off of the Euro 2020 final between England and Italy, the hosts' supporters on Sunday booed while Italy's national anthem was being played at the Wembley Stadium.

Open in App

Ahead of the kick-off of the Euro 2020 final between England and Italy, the hosts' supporters on Sunday booed while Italy's national anthem was being played at the Wembley Stadium.

Before the match, former England star Gary Lineker had urged English fans to not boo Italy's national anthem, but look like they did not even want to hear their hero's advice.

"If you're lucky enough to get a ticket for the final, please, please don't boo the Italian anthem. A/ It's an absolute belter and worth listening to. B/ It's bloody rude, disrespectful and utterly classless," Lineker had tweeted.

England fans have waited for a trophy for 55 years as the Three Lions won the World Cup in 1966. Ever since that fans have been waiting for a trophy but England has reached the semifinals on few occasions, but reaching the finals remained a distant dream until this Euro 2020.

Queen Elizabeth II has sent a good luck message to the England team ahead of their Euro Cup final clash. After two epic semi-finals, London now hosts a decider which, for the first time in Euro history, will feature England.

The Three Lions had defeated West Germany 4-2 in the 1966 World Cup final. The Queen was in attendance as she witnessed the high octane clash.

UEFA, Europe's football governing body, on Saturday decided to fine the English Football Association 30,000 euros for the use of laser pointer, disturbances during the national anthems and setting of fireworks by supporters.

"The CEDB has decided to fine the English Football Association EUR30,000 for the use of laser pointer, disturbances during the national anthems and setting off fireworks," UEFA said in an official statement.

Star player Harry Kane put away the rebound after Kasper Schmeichel saved his extra-time penalty to help England book their berth in the Euro 2020 final as the team registered a 2-1 win over Denmark on Wednesday.

( With inputs from ANI )

Disclaimer: This post has been auto-published from an agency feed without any modifications to the text and has not been reviewed by an editor

Tags: England national football teamLondonHarry KaneUefaWembleyGary LinekerPremier of saUnion of european football associationsGary linSeveral unionAdministrative capital
Open in App

Related Stories

EntertainmentJanhvi Kapoor, Shikhar Pahariya Spotted Holding Hands on Busy Streets of London (Watch Video)

MumbaiMumbai: Man Arrested for Sending Obscene Emails to Neighbour In Dahisar

MumbaiMumbai: Diamond Earrings, Gold Rolex Worth Rs 35 Lakh Stolen from Colaba Businessman’s Home

NationalAir India Ahmedabad-London Flight Cancelled Due to Technical Snag

Navi MumbaiAhmedabad Plane Crash: Nhava’s Maithili Patil, First Cabin Crew from Village, Among Victims

Football Realted Stories

FootballWimbledon: Barbora to kickstart campaign against Filipino starlet Alexandra Eala

FootballLegends in Yellow: Kerala Blasters FC's all-time best XI

FootballRight club, right moment: ISL stars who shone instantly after switching teams

FootballTarget isn't just Asian Cup, but also World Cup: Midfielder Sangita Basfore

FootballCristiano Ronaldo renews Al Nassr deal till 2027