Russia hit with $38K more in fines

June 19, 2012

By Associated Press

WARSAW, Poland -- UEFA has fined the Russian soccer association $37,800 for "improper conduct" by fans at a European Championship match against Poland.

The European soccer body says its disciplinary panel determined that Russian fans displayed "illicit" nationalist flags and threw fireworks on the field. One man ran across the field carrying a Russian flag after Tuesday's match.

The punishment adds to Russia's $150,000 fine imposed after fans attacked stadium staff in Wroclaw ...

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Russia hit with $38K more in fines

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