PSV hit with four UEFA charges after Arsenal crowd disturbances

By Sports Desk October 21, 2022

UEFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against PSV following their 1-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Europa League at the Emirates Stadium.

Granit Xhaka scored the only goal of the game to seal the Gunners' spot in the knockout stages of the competition, with just a point required from the last two fixtures to seal top spot and a bye to the round of 16.

PSV now face potential sanctions after four charges were levelled against the Eredivisie club for the throwing of objects, lighting of fireworks, acts of damage and crowd disturbances.

Disturbances occurred after the final whistle in London, with fans allegedly ripping out seats and throwing flares into the Arsenal section, which led to the deployment of riot police.

UEFA has said its disciplinary bodies will decide on the matter in due course.

PSV sit second in Group A, four points behind the Gunners, with the pair facing off in the reverse clash next week.

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