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Falkirk's Pyro Appeal Denied by SFA
29 May
Summary
- Falkirk's appeal against a stadium closure sanction was rejected.
- The club received a suspended penalty for pyrotechnic use by fans.
- Falkirk fears significant financial damage from potential stadium closure.
Falkirk FC has had its appeal against a penalty for fan pyrotechnics rejected by the Scottish Football Association. The club was previously issued a suspended sanction of 25% stadium closure for a future cup match, following pyrotechnic use during a tie against Stenhousemuir in February.
The club, which also incurred a £500 fine, contended that the penalty was disproportionate and sought a clearer explanation from the SFA on how to prevent such incidents. Falkirk stated that a partial stadium closure would inflict considerable financial damage.
Despite the outcome, Falkirk FC reiterated its commitment to working with authorities to prevent future occurrences. The club has urged its supporters to avoid using pyrotechnic devices to prevent further sanctions that could negatively impact the club and endanger other fans.
