Italy’s crunch Euro 2016 qualifier in Croatia on June 12 will be played behind closed doors, announced UEFA.

The decision was made as punishment for racist behaviour of Croatia supporters during their game against Norway on March 28 in Zagreb.

The fans also threw missiles and set off fireworks in the stands.

The Disciplinary Commission orders the Croatian Football Association to play its next match as host association behind closed doors against Italy on June 12.

The FA has also been fined €50,000.

Italy’s crunch Euro 2016 qualifier in Croatia on June 12 will be played behind closed doors, announced UEFA.

The decision was made as punishment for racist behaviour of Croatia supporters during their game against Norway on March 28 in Zagreb.

The fans also threw missiles and set off fireworks in the stands.

The Disciplinary Commission orders the Croatian Football Association to play its next match as host association behind closed doors against Italy on June 12.

The FA has also been fined €50,000.

Croatia lead Group H with 13 points, followed by Italy on 11 and Norway 9.

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