UEFA launches disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea FC
UEFA have launched disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea FC over disturbances at the end of their recent Champions League semifinal defeat to Barcelona.
The website of European football's governing body said that the west London club was charged "with the improper conduct of their players and the throwing of missiles by their supporters."
It also said that Chelsea players Didier Drogba and Jose Bosingwa were accused of being in breach of the principles of sportsmanship by insulting the referee by making offensive comments.
Chelsea were 1-0 ahead on the night and on aggregate against Barcelona at Stamford Bridge in the second leg of their May 6 semifinal when an injury time strike by Andres Iniesta leveled the score and put the Spanish club through on the away goals rule.
The London side, owned by Russian tycoon Roman Abramovich and temporarily managed by Russian national coach Guus Hiddink, had a number of strong penalty appeals turned down by referee Tom Henning Ovrebo, and frustration boiled over into anger at the final whistle.
Drogba swore into pitchside cameras while Bosingwa called Ovrebo "a thief" in a post-match interview.
The case will be reviewed on June 17. Chelsea, Drogba and Bosingwa have until May 29 to file a statement.
RIA Novosti
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