Newcastle United fans rage at ‘corrupt’ chiefs after £10m+ controversy
Newcastle United fans have hit out at UEFA after the club missed out on £10.5million due to a controversial refereeing decision.
The decision in question came during the Champions League draw with PSG, when referee Szymon Marciniak awarded a handball and a penalty which cost the Magpies the win.
Fans have now taken to social media to claim that the decision meant they missed out on a payment of upwards of £10.5million as they crashed out of the group.
In figures shared by UEFA, clubs are awarded £2.4million for every group stage win and £790,000 for every draw, as well as £8.1million for qualifying for the round of 16.
Newcastle United fans rage at ‘corrupt’ UEFA
After those figures were shared on social media, the anger felt towards the decision has emerged once again, with fans aiming their frustrations at UEFA.
The governing body and officials have been described as “corrupt” as fans claimed Newcastle were “robbed” of millions and could sue for damages.
One supporter even insisted the official should have been “criminally charged”.
In other news, Newcastle have told Liverpool their new demand for Anthony Gordon.
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