Spain stars Rodri and Morata under Uefa investigation for behaviour during Spain’s Euro 2024 trophy parade
RODRI and Alvaro Morata are being investigated by Uefa following the trophy parade for Spain’s Euro 2024 win.
The Spanish stars were part of the team’s celebrations after they beat England in the final of the tournament in Berlin.
Uefa have now confirmed that they are investigating the duo for their conduct during the trophy presentation in Madrid on Monday.
A statement read: “A Uefa Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector is being appointed to evaluate a potential violation of the Uefa Disciplinary Regulations by the players Rodrigo Hernández Cascante and Álvaro Morata in the context of conduct that occurred during the public presentation of the Uefa Euro 2024 trophy in Madrid on 15 July 2024.
“Further information regarding this matter will be made available in due course.”
Rodri and Morata played key roles for Spain as they went all the way to lift the trophy at Euro 2024.
Rodri continued his excellent club form in the heart of midfield right up until his injury in the final against the Three Lions.
Morata captained the team and scored one goal in seven appearances.
Since their decisive victory over England, the team and fans have been wildly celebrating.
During the jubilations, Rodri and allegedly Morata chanted “It’s Spanish, Gibraltar is Spanish” at a party in Madrid.
The Gibraltar FA have made an official complaint to Uefa after the “unacceptable” chanting.
In an official note, it said: “The Gibraltar FA has noted the extremely provocative and insulting nature of the celebrations around the Spanish Men’s national team winning Euro 2024.
What is the row over Gibraltar?
THE dispute between the UK and Spain over Gibraltar revolves around issues of sovereignty and territorial waters.
Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, has been under British control since 1713 following the Treaty of Utrecht.
But Spain has long contested British sovereignty over Gibraltar, claiming that it should be part of Spanish territory.
Spain argues that Gibraltar is a colonial relic and should be returned to Spanish sovereignty.
The UK, however, maintains its control over Gibraltar, emphasising the wishes of the Gibraltarian people, who have consistently expressed a desire to remain under British sovereignty in referendum.
There are disputes over the extent of Gibraltar’s territorial waters. Spain does not recognise the waters around Gibraltar as British, leading to tensions and incidents between Spanish and British vessels.
The land border between Gibraltar and Spain has also been a source of tension, with periodic disruptions and stricter controls imposed by Spain, affecting the flow of people and goods.
The UK’s exit from the EU has added another layer of complexity to the issue, particularly concerning the free movement of people and goods across the border.
Negotiations are ongoing to address the implications of Brexit for Gibraltar and its relationship with both Spain and the EU.
“The Association is this morning taking advice on the filing of a complaint to European Football‘s governing body, UEFA, in relation to the unacceptable chanting and songs, relating to Gibraltar, sung by Spain‘s Men’s National Team players after winning Euro 2024.
“Football has no place for behaviour of this nature.”
Gibraltar is on the southern tip of Spain and is a British overseas territory and has been for over 300 years.
Morata was also filmed during the bus parade throwing a cup at a fan holding up a sign.
He appeared to be upset by the sign as he threw the cup before being checked on by Rodri.
Rodri, whose full name is Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, joined Manchester City in July 2019 from Atlético Madrid for a then club-record fee of approximately £60 million.