Celtic wait on Uefa Dida probe

Updated 11.52 Fri Oct 05 2007

Keywords: Carlo Ancelotti, Steven McManus, Scott McDonald, Gordon Strachan, Dida, Champions League, AC Milan, Celtic, football, sport

Celtic are waiting to find out if they will face any sanctions after Uefa opened disciplinary proceedings after Milan goalkeeper Dida was confronted by a fan.

Gordon Strachan's men's 2-1 Champions League win over European champions AC Milan was overshadowed by a fan running on to the pitch and appearing to strike Milan goalkeeper Dida.

Celtic must answer charges of "lack of organisation and improper conduct of supporters"

The Brazilian stopper briefly chased the supporter, who kept on running after the confrontation, before collapsing to the ground as if he had been pole-axed - he was stretchered off clutching an icepack to his face.

And European football's governing body, which has now received match referee Marcus Merk's report, is to deal with the incident at their disciplinary meeting next Thursday.

Celtic must answer charges of "lack of organisation and improper conduct of supporters".

Uefa is also seeking clarification from Milan on the reason for Dida's substitution following the incident.

A spokesman for Uefa said: "It is up to AC Milan to provide an explanation and it is probably something to do with what was in the referee and delegate's reports. But it is under investigation so I can't say much more about it."

The Glasgow giants say they have already handed out a life ban to the "individual who entered the field of play".

Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell told the club's official website: "Clearly, Celtic take this issue extremely seriously and it is satisfying that this individual has been identified so swiftly.

"The individual in question has now been banned for life from attending Celtic matches, both home and away.

"Outwith this incident, the Celtic support last night was phenomenal and I would like to thank our fans once again for their wonderful backing.

"Our fans have a tremendous record of positive support for the Club at home and abroad, something which has been recognised by both Uefa and Fifa and we are sure this will continue.

"It should also be said that Gordon and his team deserve enormous praise for achieving one of the most famous results in the Club's history, against the current Champions of Europe.

"Celtic Football Club enjoys a fantastic relationship with AC Milan and we are sure this will continue."