Celtic fined £19,000 by UEFA over fans' display of Palestinian flags
Fans waved the flags during a Champions League match against Atletico Madrid in Glasgow in September
UEFA rules state that political symbols are not allowed in stadiums
Celtic have been fined £19,000 by UEFA after their fans waved Palestinian flags during a Champions League match against Atletico Madrid in Glasgow in September.
Thousands of Celtic supporters displayed the Palestinian flag at the game, which Celtic won 2-1.
UEFA rules state that political symbols are not allowed in stadiums.
Celtic said in a statement that they were "disappointed" with the fine, but that they would "respect" the decision.
The club also said that they would "continue to support the Palestinian people and their right to self-determination."
The fine is the latest in a series of incidents involving Celtic fans and the Palestinian flag.
In 2014, Celtic were fined £25,000 by UEFA after fans displayed Palestinian flags during a match against Israeli club Hapoel Be'er Sheva.
The club has also been criticized by some for its links to the Palestinian cause.
In 2016, Celtic's then-manager Brendan Rodgers said that he was "proud" of the club's fans for their support of the Palestinian people.
The issue of Palestinian flags at Celtic matches is a complex one, with strong feelings on both sides.
Some fans believe that the flags are a symbol of solidarity with the Palestinian people, while others believe that they are a political symbol that has no place in football.
UEFA's decision to fine Celtic is likely to further inflame the debate.
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