European football's governing body fined Lille 100,000 Swiss francs (60,472 euros) for security violations after crowd trouble during the match at nearby Lens.

UEFA said on its website that its appeals body upheld the fine for "violation of binding safety and security provisions" during the home leg of the tie against Manchester United on February 20, which Lille lost 1-0.

"UEFA came to its decision after studying documents submitted by Lille and hearing the position of the UEFA disciplinary inspector," it added.

United were fined 9,256 euros in March for incorrect behaviour by the travelling fans including disturbances at the turnstyles.

Tear gas was used by police during the match at Len's Stade Felix-Bollaert after ticketing problems led to 5,000 supporters cramming into a stand built for 3,500.

Supporters appeared to be in danger of being crushed against a 10-foot high safety barrier and fans were lifted over the barrier while security officials slammed shut a gate which had been pushed open by United supporters trying to relieve the pressure.

Lille players also briefly left the pitch during the match after Ryan Giggs's quickly-taken free kick took everyone by surprise and gave Manchester United their winning goal. UEFA's statement Friday made no mention of that incident.