The upcoming Champions League clash between PSG and Liverpool could be played in an empty stadium, after UEFA have opened disciplinary action against the French champions.
According to reports in L'équipe, via sportwitness.co.uk, the action relates to incidents which occurred on the night of their 6-1 victory over Red Star Belgrade earlier this month, when supporters of PSG are accused of causing 'serious disturbances'.
It is not yet known what action UEFA may choose to take, although it has been confirmed that they are looking into the matter. An official will be sent to the Parc de Princes to monitor the behaviour of fans in upcoming games played at the stadium, and this may have a bearing on the punishment handed out.
L'équipe claim a decision will be made by November 22nd, with the clash with Liverpool set to take place six days later. Punishments such as a suspended sentence, a partial stadium close, or a full stadium close are all on the table.
Liverpool's trip to PSG next month could be played in front of an empty stadium.
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The game will likely have major ramifications, either in terms of who qualifies for the knock-out stages or who tops the group. Finishing top of the group would likely grant an easier draw in the next round, as that team would be placed with a second-place side from another group.
It is not known if any stadium ban would apply to home fans only, but it could be a source of disappointment for Liverpool supporters looking forward to a trip to Paris.
The game between the two sides earlier in the competition was a classic, with a last-minute Roberto Firmino winner handing Liverpool a 3-2 victory. It was a match which was largely dominated by Jürgen Klopp's side, although they allowed their opponents back into the contest late on after letting a two-goal lead slip.
