UEFA are to introduce additional security measures at Euro 2024 fixtures and file criminal complaints against any supporter who invades the pitch.
Nedum Onuoha and Don Hutchison react to Cristiano Ronaldo's selfless assist for Bruno Fernandes in Portugal's 3-0 win over Turkey.
German referee Felix Zwayer was forced to halt the game, which ended in a 3-0 win for Portugal, on four separate occasions after fans ran onto the pitch and headed for Ronaldo.forward following the final whistle, prompting Portugal coach Roberto Martinez to voice concerns over the safety of players if a fan has malevolent intentions rather than simply attempting to take a selfie with those on the pitch.
"Safety and security in the stadium, on the pitch and at team facilities are the ultimate priority for UEFA, DFB and Euro 2024," a UEFA spokesperson told ESPN. The spokesperson said:"As a reminder, any incursion onto the pitch constitutes a breach of the stadium rules and will result in expulsion from the stadium, a ban from all tournament matches and the filing of a formal criminal complaint for trespass."
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