Uefa make decision on Rangers defying Champions League rules with Queen tribute

Rangers will not face any disciplinary action for paying tribute to the Queen by singing the national anthem before last night's Champions League defeat to Napoli, despite having being told not to by Uefa.

The Glasgow club paid tribute to the 96-year-old with a moment of silence, a display created by the Union Bears supporters group and a rendition of the national anthem before succumbing 3-0 to the Serie A club at Ibrox.

On Monday Uefa had rejected a request from British clubs for the anthem to be sung before games, leading to fears that Rangers would face repercussions for breaking protocol. But a spokesperson for the governing body has said no action will be taken.

Rangers are renowned for their affinity towards the Royal Family and have a portrait of the late Queen in the home dressing room at Ibrox which was introduced by Graeme Souness during his time as manager.

The SPL side said in a statement released upon the news of her death: "Her Majesty served the people of Great Britain and the Commonwealth for over 70 years with incredible devotion and dignity. She will be gravely missed by not just our nation, but nations across the world."

No Napoli fans were at Ibrox for the game due to a limit on security resources. To reciprocate, no Rangers supporters will attend the reverse fixture in Naples.

Local rivals Celtic, meanwhile, are being investigated after an offensive banner, saying "F*** the crown" was displayed by away fans in their 1-1 away to Shakhtar Donetsk in Warsaw. BT Sport apologised to viewers after the banner was broadcast during the match.

"Please be informed that proceedings having been opened against Celtic regarding a banner," Uefa said. "The Uefa disciplinary bodies will decided on the matter in due course."

Chelsea supporters broke into a spontaneous rendition of God Save the Queen as the players emerged from the Stamford Bridge tunnel before their 1-1 draw against Salzburg.

Uefa have also confirmed that disciplinary proceedings have been opened against Marseille and Eintracht Frankfurt following serious disorder before and during their game on Tuesday night.

The governing body is looking into nine charges, including alleged racist behaviour from Frankfurt fans. Flares and fireworks were also thrown by both sets of fans.

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