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Copenhagen charged by UEFA after fans let off fireworks against Leicester

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18:  Copenhagen fans light flare prior to the UEFA Champions League Group G match between Leicester City FC and FC Copenhagen
Image: Copenhagen supporters set off flares inside the King Power Stadium prior to their match against Leicester

Copenhagen have been charged by UEFA following incidents involving their fans during their Champions League group stage match against Leicester on Tuesday.

The charge against the Danish champions relates to their fans setting off fireworks inside the King Power Stadium, a breach of Article 16 (2) of the UEFA Disciplinary Regulations.

Their case will be dealt with by the UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body on November 17.

Copenhagen were defeated 1-0 by the reigning Premier League champions but sit second in Group G, with four points from their opening three matches.

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Riyad Mahrez scored the only goal of the game as Leicester maintained their perfect start in Europe's elite competition. 

Claudio Ranieri's side will clinch their place in the knockout phase if they claim victory away in Copenhagen on November 2.

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