Biggest fine in history: FIFA severely sanctions FA of Bosnia and Herzegovina
FIFA has imposed a record fine on the Football Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina due to fan behavior during two World Cup qualifying matches, totaling 220,000 euros, which is the largest financial penalty in history.
Biggest fine in history: FIFA severely sanctions FA of Bosnia and Herzegovina FIFA has imposed a record fine of 220,000 euros on the Football Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina for fan misconduct during World Cup qualifiers against Romania and Austria. The penalties stem from discriminatory chants, pyrotechnics, and general disorder. In addition to the financial sanctions, a portion of the stadium will be closed for the upcoming match against Wales.
- FIFA imposed a record 220,000 euro fine on the Football Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH).
- The fines were for fan behavior during World Cup qualifiers against Romania and Austria.
- Incidents included discrimination, racist chants, pyrotechnics, and disorder.
- The FBiH was fined 65,000 euros for the match against Romania and 155,000 euros for the match against Austria.
- Part of the stadium will be closed for the next home playoff match against Wales, affecting approximately 2,100 fans.
- This strict penalty is due to the FBiH’s repeated violations in the same qualification cycle.
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