UEFA charges Mattéo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood for Lyon match behavior

Fenerbahce players Mattéo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood face UEFA disciplinary charges following alleged provocations directed at Lyon fans. The incident occurred during a Champions League qualifying playoff second leg where Fenerbahce secured a 2-1 victory, advancing to the main phase of the tournament for the first time in 18 years. Witnesses reported seeing the players perform offensive gestures and heard Guendouzi shouting toward the crowd during and after the match. Guendouzi claimed his actions were a response to Lyon fans insulting his family. Fenerbahce, which also features high-profile signings Romelu Lukaku, Nathan Aké, and N’Golo Kanté, stated that it intends to protect the rights of its players throughout the disciplinary process. It remains unclear if UEFA will impose sanctions before the club’s opening main phase match against Roma next Thursday.

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