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UEFA Opens Disciplinary Case Over Bayern Fan Surge That Injured Several People

Possible sanctions could limit attendance for Bayern’s May 6 Champions League semi-final.

Several media photographers were injured after Bayern Munich fans surged over barriers at the end of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final with Real Madrid

Overview

  • UEFA opened a disciplinary case after a stoppage-time crowd surge at the Allianz Arena pushed fans into the pitch-side media area and left at least four people injured, with Munich criminal police also investigating.
  • European soccer’s governing body listed four accusations against Bayern that include disruption by spectators, blocking public paths, throwing objects, and displaying an anti-UEFA banner.
  • Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund said the club does not expect a spectator ban, noted ongoing talks with UEFA, and said the team is planning for a full house against Paris Saint-Germain.
  • A suspended sanction from December 2025 that would close the Südkurve section could be activated if UEFA finds fresh violations, which raises the chance of a partial stadium closure.
  • The Association of German Sports Journalists urged a full review of safety after photographers were crushed against advertising boards, pressing Bayern and UEFA to improve barriers and stewarding for media working pitch-side.