NYON, Switzerland (AP) — UEFA has punished Serbia for racist fan incidents by way of ordering the stadium to be closed for its subsequent home game in European Championship qualifying.

The sanction become introduced as UEFA weighs motion against Bulgaria for racist abuse of England gamers ultimate week.

The incidents related to Serbia enthusiasts came at some point of a four-2 loss to Portugal ultimate month. The group will now play in an empty stadium whilst Serbia hosts Luxembourg on Nov. 14. UEFA also imposed a 33,250 euro ($37,000) quality.

Serbia may be in a one-12 months probation duration while Ukraine visits three days later for the very last Group B recreation. Ukraine already qualified for Euro 2020 and Portugal is preferred to take the second qualifying location.