UEFA charge Chelsea following Barca rumpus

22 May 2009 13:45
UEFA have initiated disciplinary proceedings against Chelsea, Didier Drogba and Jose Bosingwa in relation to incidents following the Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona at Stamford Bridge. There were angry scenes at the end of the game on May 6, with Blues players confronting Norwegian referee Tom Henning Ovrebo at the final whistle. Barcelona went through to the final after drawing the match 1-1 but Chelsea claimed they should have had up to four penalties. A UEFA statement read: "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, May 29. The UEFA control and disciplinary body will deal with the case on 17 June."

Source: Eurosport