England discover punishment for laser pointer and national anthem disturbance

England have been fined £25,000 for three incidents which took place during their 2-1 Euro 2020 semi-final win against Denmark on Wednesday.

A laser beam was shone in the eyes of Danish goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel before Harry Kane's extra-time penalty.

And some supporters booed the opposition national anthem ahead of kick-off, while others lit flares.

In a statement released on Saturday, UEFA said: "The UEFA Control Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) has announced the following decision:

Match : UEFA EURO 2020 semi-final match between England and Denmark (2-1), played on 7 July at Wembley Stadium, London

Charges against the English Football Association:
• Use of laser pointer by its supporters - Article 16(2)(d) of the UEFA Disciplinary Regulations (DR)
• Disturbance caused by its supporters during the national anthems - Article 16(2)(g) DR
• Lighting of fireworks by its supporters - Article 16(2)(c) DR

Denmark goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel had a laser shone in his face (pixel8000)

Decision:

The CEDB has decided to fine the English Football Association €30,000 for the use of laser pointer, disturbances during the national anthems and setting of fireworks."

Speaking about the laser incident after the game, Schmeichel said he alerted the referee to what was happening before the spot-kick was taken.

"I did not experience it on the penalty kick because it was behind me on my right side," he said. "But I did experience it in the second half.

"I told the referee. And he went to say something to the other officials."

Meanwhile, Gary Lineker was among those to plea with England fans to not repeat their booing of the anthem ahead of this Sunday's final against Italy.

The BBC Sport presenter tweeted: "If you’re lucky enough to get a ticket for the final, please, please don’t boo the Italian anthem.

"A/ It’s an absolute belter and worth listening to. B/ It’s bloody rude, disrespectful and utterly classless."

England will be looking to win their first major tournament since 1966 when they return to Wembley at the weekend, and the nation is expected to come to a stand-still as millions cheer on the national team.