William Gaillard
William Gaillard
William Gaillard is the director of communications and public affairs for the Union of European Football Associations. He is also the Senior Advisor to the President of UEFA Michel Platini...
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We cannot talk about any punishment until we have the results of the B test.
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It is a very serious problem. We have told the authorities we cannot do anything in their domestic league matches but we will not allow it in our Uefa club competitions.
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It is one clear case in which technology is creeping on us without us being aware. We did not imagine that images would play such a big role in this tournament.
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We had two UEFA officials there and neither witnessed (Rijkaard in the referee's changing-room at half-time). The referee's dressing room was locked and he and his assistants were the only people allowed in.
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You can buy European football if you want.
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I think people should keep in mind that these are not highly paid people, they're not like the players or the coaches.
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UEFA has been relentless in its fight against racism and we are always ready to do more.
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Unfortunately, these are things that happen during a tourist season. We want to underline the fact that with fan behavior, we have had no problems.
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Unfortunately, these are things that happen during a tourist season, ... We want to underline the fact that with fan behavior, we have had no problems.
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If we start analyzing every single action of a game, we may have a situation where litigation becomes the main occupation of UEFA.
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I am afraid that a lot of technicians all over Europe will start digging for pictures that might change the outcome of a game.
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We're never more criticized than when we impose sanctions for racism.
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Racism is a fundamental problem within society. And football can set a positive example for young people and for the future. As a fan of football, I am ashamed to see racist conduct when I watch games.
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This 'no dissent' line was what we agreed in Manchester and is what will see in the Champions League this year,