It was to be expected - Jose Bosingwa and Didier Drogba have been fined for their role in the aftermath of that Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.
CHELSEA FC / UEFA ANNOUNCEMENT
UEFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea FC, Didier Drogba and Jose Bosingwa in relation to incidents following the Champions League semi-final second leg against FC Barcelona at Stamford Bridge."The club are charged with the improper conduct of their players and the throwing of missiles by their supporters, while Drogba and Bosingwa are accused of being in breach of the principles of sportsmanship by insulting the referee by making offensive comments.
"The club and the individuals concerned have been requested to file a statement by Friday 29 May. The UEFA Control & Disciplinary Body will deal with the case on 17 June
CHELSEA FC OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Chelsea Football Club will be responding to the Uefa charges issued today in due course, on behalf of both the club and the players concerned.
We would like to make clear again, as we did at the time, that the incidents in question were regrettable and occurred only because of the high emotions and frustrations which arose from the disappointment of a controversial defeat in such an important game.
We are all acutely aware of the responsibilities that lie with both the club and its players as regards setting a good example as role models and upholding the principles of fair play in football. Both of the players accept that and apologised honestly very soon afterwards for their actions.
Also, Michael Ballack has escaped disclipinary action for his actions, as "the matter was taken care of on the field". So for running, touching, yelling, screaming at the ref, sprinting down beside him, vehemently abusing him, Ballack gets a yellow. So when Overbo does the right thing, it's the wrong thing. And the wrong decision, well we know how those turn out.
Will Drogba stay on? Perhaps not, if he has a ban to serve out. More to come on that front
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Stay tuned to the blog for an exciting announcement...
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