UEFA Imposes Heavy Fines on Malmö FF for Supporter Misconduct
Malmö FF faces 1.2 million SEK in fines from UEFA for supporter misconduct during Champions League matches against FC Copenhagen.
Key Points
- • Malmö FF fined 1.2 million SEK by UEFA for supporter misconduct.
- • Fines include 50,000 euros for the home match and 60,000 euros for the away match.
- • Supporters barred from purchasing tickets for the next away UEFA match.
- • Conditional stadium bans are in effect with a two-year probation.],
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Malmö FF (MFF) has been subjected to substantial fines by UEFA following incidents of supporter misconduct during their Champions League qualifying matches against FC Copenhagen. On August 21, 2025, UEFA announced that MFF will be required to pay a total of 1.2 million SEK (approximately 110,000 euros) due to various breaches of regulations during these matches.
The fines are specifically broken down into 50,000 euros for misconduct during the home game, where supporters utilized pyrotechnics and obstructed public passages, and 60,000 euros for disturbances during the away match, involving the throwing of objects and additional pyrotechnic use. Overall, these penalties reflect serious concerns over fan behavior that led to significant disruptions during the matches.
In addition to the financial repercussions, Malmö supporters will face restrictions on ticket sales for their next away UEFA match, a direct result of these violations. The club has also received a conditional punishment regarding spectator capacity for their next home match, subject to a probation period of two years—a time frame during which further violations could lead to more severe penalties.
UEFA’s stringent measures underscore the importance of maintaining safety and decorum at matches, placing a significant burden on MFF to address the issues surrounding fan behavior. The organization will monitor compliance closely to prevent future infractions. The situation has elicited mixed reactions among supporters and the club’s management as they navigate the challenges of maintaining fan engagement while adhering to UEFA’s strict guidelines. MFF now faces the dual challenge of managing fan behavior while ensuring financial stability in light of these hefty fines.