FIFA have decided not to impose any sanctions upon the England supporters after they were heard to be booing the German national anthem, as well as sing abusive songs on Wednesday.
The Three Lions met their old rivals at the Westfalonstadion in what proved to be a fascinating and promising performance from Gareth Southgate‘s men, despite the 1-0 loss.
However, it was marred by the demonstrations from the England fans before and during the game, failing to show respect during the home nation’s anthem, as well as singing vile songs referring to the RAF and World War II.
But according to the Mirror, despite being caught on TV in front of an audience of over eight million shouting these horrid chants, FIFA have remarkably insisted they will take no further action against those guilty.
In contrast, the the FA chief Greg Clarke has branded the fans ‘disrespectful’, and promised to review the the CCTV to issue banning offers to those found to be singing in an unacceptable manner.
“The FA has consistently urged supporters to show respect and not to chant songs that could be regarded as insulting to others,” said Clarke.
“Individuals who engage in such behaviour do not represent the overwhelming majority of England fans nor the values and identity we should aspire to as a football nation.
“We are working with the England Supporters Travel Club and speaking with the Football Supporters’ Federation to come together to address this issue.
“Everyone involved in the game has a responsibility to ensure that attending a football match is a safe and enjoyable experience for all.”
The Football Supporters’ Federation (FSF) have also supported Clarke's message, but insisted it was only a 'minority' of supporters that let the rest down.
“England’s travelling support is made of people of all ages from a range of clubs, many of whom have worked hard in recent years to improve our standing abroad and have expressed concern to us about these chants," said an FSF spokesperson.
“We don’t want to regress to a situation where that reputation is tarnished by the actions of a minority.”
Ahead of England's World Cup qualifier against Lithuania on Sunday, Southgate added: "“We have incredible support in terms of numbers, and vocal support wherever we travel around the world.
"But it is also always important that they remember they are representing the country and we’d want them to do that in the right way.”
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