UEFA 'apologises for Python sign ban'

UEFA has reportedly apologised to FC Bayern Munich after banning a Life Of Brian-inspired banner from a Champions League match in September.

According to The Local, the footballing body interpreted the "Romani ite domum" (Romans go home) poster as a race-based taunt of fans of AS Roma.

However, Bayern fans had instead intended the poster to be a reference to Monty Python's Life Of Brian, wherein a guard corrects the title character's Latin grammar after he paints the slogan on a wall, Süddeutsche Zeitung reports.

In a statement given to the paper, UEFA said: "We acknowledge the motto was unfortunately misinterpreted by UEFA.

"We belatedly congratulate you on your humourous creation that unfortunately was never shown and we apologise for the ban."