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Derby Fines Total Nine Thousand Euros Following Fan Misconduct
Slovan Bratislava and Spartak Trnava were fined a combined 9,000 euros by the Disciplinary Commission of the Slovak Football Union (DK SFZ) following their recent Niké liga match, Šport.sk reported. The penalties stem from incidents during the 11th round fixture last Saturday, which Slovan won 3:0 to nil on the road.
Spartak Trnava must pay 4,000 euros for organizational failures and crowd disturbances, according to the disciplinary ruling cited by Sportnet. Slovan Bratislava received a heavier financial penalty still. Both fan groups brought pyrotechnics into the stadium, displayed provocative banners targeting the football association, and engaged in offensive chanting.
Disciplinary Penalties Imposed on Spartak Trnava
Spartak Trnava incurred a 4,000-euro fine due to the conduct of their supporters and shortcomings as the host club. TA3 reported that the disciplinary body cited the unauthorized entry and use of pyrotechnics, offensive chanting, and the throwing of objects onto the playing surface. The club also displayed a provocative banner directed at league organizers, while failing to prevent fans from smuggling prohibited items past security checkpoints.
Assistant coach Mário Auxt noted that defensive mistakes cost his team the match after failing to capitalize on an early scoring opportunity when trailing by a single goal, as detailed by SITA.sk.
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Slovan Bratislava Sanctioned for Supporter Infractions
Slovan Bratislava received a fine—1,000 euros more than their rivals—for similar infractions committed by their visiting supporters. Pravda noted that the disciplinary report highlights gross unsportsmanlike conduct, including nationality-based insults, the use of pyrotechnics in the away sector, and provocative banner displays.
Despite the disciplinary action, the reigning champions celebrated a convincing victory on the pitch. Forward Rahim Ibrahim scored twice and Adam Griger added another goal before a large crowd of spectators, keeping Slovan near the top of the Niké liga table under head coach Yaya Touré.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Derby Sanctions
What specific rules did the clubs break during the match?
Both clubs were penalized for allowing the entry and use of pyrotechnics, displaying provocative banners directed at the football association, and engaging in offensive chanting by their supporters, according to Sportnet.
How much does each club have to pay?
Spartak Trnava must pay 4,000 euros as the home club and organizer, while Slovan Bratislava received a fine for the behavior of their away supporters, as reported by TA3.
What was the final score of the football match that triggered these fines?
ŠK Slovan Bratislava defeated FC Spartak Trnava 3:0 away from home during the 11th round of the Niké liga, with Rahim Ibrahim scoring two goals and Adam Griger adding a third, SITA.sk reported.
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