UEFA open disciplinary proceedings against Arsenal and Cologne

UEFA have opened disciplinary proceedings against Arsenal and Cologne – following last night’s crowd trouble at the Emirates Stadium.

Kick-off was delayed by an hour – as thousands more fans of the German club turned up for the Europa League match than their ticket allocation.

Cologne’s four charges are more serious – for alleged crowd disturbances, setting off fireworks, throwing objects and acts of damage.

Arsenal, who won 3-1, are accused of blocking stairways in the away section.