Along with their chanting, Bulgaria fans were also seen making Nazi salutes and offensive gestures in the crowd. Bulgaria coach denies abuse Bulgaria boss Krasimir Balakov insists he did not hear any racist chanting from his nation's supporters and slammed England fans for interrupting the Bulgaria national anthem. It is the first time that UEFA's protocols on tackling racist abuse have been implemented for an England game. There are an estimated 3,400 England fans in the city for the Euro 2020 qualifying match against Bulgaria. England fans display flags ahead of the UEFA 2020 qualifier between Bulgaria and England tonight.

Source: Daily Mail October 14, 2019 19:26 UTC