Investigation by FA Regarding the Banner of Crystal Palace Fans

• FA is conducting an investigation into the banner displayed by Crystal Palace fans.
• The banner depicted the owner of Nottingham Forest, Evangelos Marinakis.
• The match ended in a draw, but the incident with the banner overshadowed events on the pitch.

The Football Association (FA) is investigating the banner that was unfurled by Crystal Palace fans during the match against Nottingham Forest, which took place on September 24, 2025. The banner depicted the owner of Nottingham Forest, Evangelos Marinakis, with a slogan implying the owner is involved in match-fixing or corruption among referees.

The match ended in a draw 1-1, but the incident with the banner drew attention away from the game. The banner also stated that Marinakis has no relation to the scandal, manipulation of match results, narcotics, or corruption. This accusation has always been denied by Marinakis himself.

Tensions between Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest have increased since Palace was expelled from the European League due to a breach of UEFA rules regarding ownership. Forest, who concluded last season in the same place in the Premier League, received the opportunity to play in the European League after Palace's expulsion.

Forest fans expressed their disapproval regarding the fact that the banner was allowed in the stadium, and they expect that the FA will take action against Crystal Palace for this breach.

Tags: Sport/Football/English Premier League