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English FA fined for fan incidents at Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark

A laser was pointed at Kasper Schmeichel by a supporter as the Denmark goalkeeper prepared to face a penalty by Harry Kane in extra time. 

England's fans celebrate after the Euro 2020 soccer championship semifinal match between England and Image Source : APEngland's fans celebrate after the Euro 2020 soccer championship semifinal match between England and Denmark.

The English Football Association has been fined $35,600 by UEFA for incidents in the crowd during the team’s win over Denmark in the European Championship semifinals at Wembley Stadium.

That included the use of a laser that was pointed at Kasper Schmeichel by a supporter as the Denmark goalkeeper prepared to face a penalty by Harry Kane in extra time. 

Schmeichel saved the spot kick but Kane converted the rebound for the clinching goal in a 2-1 win.

The FA was also punished for England supporters jeering Denmark’s national anthem and lighting fireworks at Wednesday’s game