UEFA will examine the Turkish national football squad 's military salute celebration from its game against Albania . In addition, the German government promised to halt arms exports to Turkey. The gesture has been interpreted as an expression of support for Ankara 's use of military force against Kurds in Turkey . This interpretation is supported by the Turkish football association releasing a post - match video of the team saluting in the dressing room , dedicating the win to the country 's military . UEFA 's regulations explicitly prohibit provocative political gestures , meaning the Turkish team could face fines as a result .
UEFA will examine the Turkish national football squad 's military salute celebration from its game against Albania . The gesture has been interpreted as an expression of support for Ankara 's use of military force against Kurds in Turkey . This interpretation is supported by the Turkish football association releasing a post - match video of the team saluting in the dressing room , dedicating the win to the country 's military . UEFA 's regulations explicitly prohibit provocative political gestures , meaning the Turkish team could face fines as a result .