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NYON, Switzerland (AP) — Serbian club Partizan Belgrade is facing disciplinary action following the misbehavior of its fans, including the display of an anti-Semitic banner, during a Europa League game against Tottenham.
Partizan supporters on Thursday displayed a banner that mimicked the logo of British TV sitcom "Only Fools and Horses," using the word "Jews" and a vulgar term.
UEFA said Friday it will investigate the "racist behavior" of Partizan supporters as well as field invasions, the use of fireworks and the use of a laser pointer by the club's fans.
The case will be heard on Oct. 3.
"We fully condemn perpetrators of this mindless act, not only of anti-Semitic nature, but one that represents hatred of Partizan and Serbia as well," Partizan said in a statement, referring to the banner. "We believe this vicious action will not spoil our sporting friendship with Tottenham."
Partizan said it "will do everything to locate, trial and ban those perpetrators from sporting fields."
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino said after the 0-0 draw that displaying the banner was "very disrespectful and unacceptable."
Tottenham has traditionally drawn a large fan base from the Jewish communities in London.
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