Forest and owner Marinakis were furious as they felt the banner was inflammatory and xenophobic, and were angered at Palace, who they feel should have done more to ensure their fans weren’t allowed to bring the banner into the stadium. The FA launched an investigation after the game and the Eagles have since been charged.
“Crystal Palace has been charged with misconduct in relation to its Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest on Sunday, August 24,” a statement by the FA read.
“It’s alleged that the club failed to ensure its spectators and/or supporters (and anyone purporting to be supporters or followers) didn’t behave in an improper, offensive, abusive, insulting and/or provocative way during the fixture.”
Palace now have until next Tuesday to respond having received a six-figure fine.