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AZ Wins Appeal, Overturns €40,000 UEFA Fine

6/24/2025

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AZ has triumphed in its battle against UEFA, overturning a €40,000 fine linked to chaotic scenes during an October 2023 match against Legia Warsaw. The CAS determined AZ bore no blame for the clashes between Polish fans and police, igniting a wave of political fury in Poland and prompting questions from the Prime Minister.

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AZ has triumphed in its battle against UEFA, overturning a €40,000 fine linked to chaotic scenes during an October 2023 match against Legia Warsaw. The CAS determined AZ bore no blame for the clashes between Polish fans and police, igniting a wave of political fury in Poland and prompting questions from the Prime Minister.