UCL: Barcelona report PSG to UEFA over controversial banner

Barcelona has lodged a formal complaint with UEFA after Paris Saint-Germain supporters displayed a controversial banner during their UEFA Champions League match at the Parc des Princes. The banner depicted a masked figure with a PSG shirt using a chainsaw to destroy the Barcelona crest, accompanied by the French phrase "massacre, Parisian style."

Barcelona vehemently condemned the display, asserting that the imagery was disturbing and promoted violence and hatred in the sport. In a statement, the Spanish club emphasized that such displays are unacceptable and contrary to the principles of respect, fair play, and sportsmanship that football should embody. The club further noted that other banners with explicit messages were also shown during the match, intensifying their displeasure.

Barcelona's complaint may result in disciplinary action under Article 16 of UEFA's regulations, which prohibits displays of provocative messages deemed inappropriate for a sporting event, potentially leading to a €10,000 fine for a first offense. However, any penalties would ultimately be decided by UEFA based on its assessment of the incident and applicable rules.

The incident marred an otherwise eventful Champions League clash, where PSG secured a 4-2 victory over Barcelona in Paris.