The Gunners recorded a dominant 4-0 victory against Atlético in the Champions League at the Emirates Stadium in October.
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After a goalless first half, the Premier League team turned the game around in the second half by scoring four goals in 13 minutes.
Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Martinelli scored before Viktor Gyokeres scored a double.
However, the match was marred by the behavior of some of the visiting fans who allegedly made monkey gestures and noises.
UEFA has now imposed two fines on the La Liga club and a one-match suspended ban for its fans.
A statement from the UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) says they have decided: “To fine Atlético de Madrid €30,000 (£26,256) and to prohibit Atlético de Madrid from selling tickets to their visiting fans for the next (1) UEFA competition match, due to the racist and/or discriminatory behavior of their fans.
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“This prohibition on selling tickets to visiting fans is suspended for a trial period of one (1) year, starting from the date of this decision. Atlético de Madrid is fined €10,000 (£8,752) for throwing objects.”
Arsenal are cruising through the Premier League and Champions League at the moment.
Mikel Arteta’s men crushed Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 last weekend to create a six-point lead at the top of the top flight.
The Gunners followed up with a 3-1 win over Bayern Munich on Wednesday to top the Champions League standings.
On Sunday they face another difficult mission against Chelsea, who are coming off a 3-0 victory against Barcelona that has boosted their morale.
But given their excellent form and team quality, Arsenal are expected to take maximum points from west London.