Bayer 04 respect the decision of the DFB Sports Tribunal while also highlighting the significant financial consequences the misconduct of individuals has for the entire club. The safety and well-being of all stadium visitors remain our top priority.
Fernando Carro, CEO at Bayer 04, said: “The support, atmosphere and passion of our fans are a vital part of what makes Bayer 04 what it is. I therefore wish to make it crystal clear: We cannot accept the setting off of pyrotechnics at the stadium. There is no justification for this behaviour. Anyone who sets off pyrotechnics knowingly accepts that they are causing considerable harm not only to other people but also to their own club. A fine of €185,000 is very painful for us. This money is now missing from projects that benefit all fans, from infrastructure measures and, ultimately, from the club’s further development. I expect every supporter to be aware of their responsibility towards Bayer 04.”
In accordance with the decision of the DFB Sports Tribunal, around €61,600 of the total sum may be used for safety and violence prevention measures. The aim remains to ensure that all visitors to the BayArena and away matches enjoy a safe and positive stadium experience.
The Sports Tribunal of the German Football Association (DFB) has fined Bayer 04 Leverkusen €185,000 for spectators setting off pyrotechnic devices during a total of five competitive matches. This relates to four Bundesliga matches and the DFB Pokal semi-final against Bayern Munich. The highest individual fine relates to the away match at FC Köln at the end of April.
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