UEFA has launched an investigation into the conduct of both CSKA Sofia and Derry City following disorder at a recent football match. The European football governing body confirmed it is examining the roles of both clubs during the events that occurred at the stadium.
Charges have been brought against CSKA Sofia, including allegations of damage to the stadium, throwing objects, racist and/or discriminatory behavior, crowd disturbances, and violating decent behavior standards. Derry City faces charges related to pitch invasion, throwing objects, crowd disturbances, and insufficient protection of the playing area from intruders.
Derry City Football Club issued a statement unequivocally condemning the violence observed during the match. The club stated it is collaborating closely with UEFA, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), CSKA Sofia, and security partners to ascertain the complete facts surrounding the incidents.
The BBC has reached out to CSKA Sofia for comment.
Disorder at the Brandywell Stadium saw Derry City fans, including children, flee onto the pitch before police intervened to restore order.