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Associated Press
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Associated Press
Fan violence ahead of soccer final between Chelsea and Real Betis leads to 28 arrests
WROCLAW, Poland (AP) — Fan disorder ahead of a European soccer final between Chelsea and Real Betis in the Polish city of Wroclaw has led to 28 people being arrested, police said Wednesday. Police used stun grenades and a water cannon against the teams' fans who were disturbing public order in the city, Polish state news agency PAP reported, adding that there were scuffles between supporters and bottles were thrown. The disorder took place hours between the UEFA Conference League final between the teams. Łukasz Dutkowiak, a sergeant for Lower Silesian police, said officers restored order after initial altercations between Chelsea and Betis fans before making arrests of people who took part in the brawls following analysis of surveillance footage, PAP reported. In a post on X saying '28 foreign hooligans' had been arrested, Tomasz Siemoniak, minister of the interior and administration, said 'the police are acting decisively. Zero tolerance!' ___ AP soccer:
BBC News
28-05-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
Fans arrested after clashes before Conference League final
Riot police in the Polish city of Wroclaw used a water cannon to stop trouble between Chelsea and Real Betis fans before the Uefa Conference League of fans clashed in Wroclaw Market Square on Wednesday afternoon - with the Lower Silesian Police saying 28 supporters had been indicated that number would rise, with arrests of fans involved in the incident "ongoing".The final of the the third-tier European competition is at 20:00 BST at Stadion authorities estimate that more than 70,000 fans have arrived in the city in the south-west of Poland for the final, a number that covers ticket holders and those attending fan zones and other events around the of thousands of fans are expected to pass through the city's four major fan zones. "The police very quickly took action to separate the two groups and prevent the escalation of aggressive behaviour," Lower Silesian Police posted on X after the trouble started after 3pm local time."The officers used technical means in the form of a water cannon and direct coercion. According to the findings so far, no-one was injured." In a later statement, they said: "At this moment, we can confirm the arrest of 28 participants in the incident. No one will escape legal responsibility and the police will react decisively and appropriately to the situation."On Tuesday evening, several clashes between Chelsea and Betis fans took place near Solny police intervened using tear gas to disperse the crowds. Chairs and glass bottles were thrown as the confrontation lasted for around five were two further clashes in the evening, with minor damage caused by no major injuries reported. Seven fans including, four Spanish supporters, were arrested."Zero tolerance for violence on our streets!" Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk wrote on X, external."I thank the police for their decisive actions against the hooligans in Chelsea and Betis shirts in Wroclaw. We warn you: if necessary, the police will be even more ruthless!"
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Stay at home! Picturesque Polish city's authorities tell residents to avoid leaving the house before thousands of Chelsea fans flood in for their European final next week
Authorities from the Polish city of Wroclaw have advised residents to limit travel as they prepare for an influx of football fans ahead of the UEFA Conference League final. More than 70,000 supporters are expected to descend on the city in the coming days, as Chelsea take on Real Betis on Wednesday at the 42,000 capacity Wroclaw Stadium. The Blues booked their place in the final by defeating Swedish side Djurgardens IF 5-1 on aggregate earlier this month. The clash could also see Enzo Maresca claim silverware in his first season since arriving at Stamford Bridge from Leicester in the summer. However, while fans are making travel arrangements ahead of the big game, Wroclaw locals are preparing for significant disruption in their city. According to Polish outlet Gazeta Wroclawska, the authority of Lower Silesia's capital have released a press release to notify residents of three days of disruption ahead of the game. Residents of the Polish city of Wroclaw have been warned to stay at home where possible ahead of the UEFA Conference League final The report suggests that western parts of the city will be most affected, with multiple road closures throughout the area and with police deployed to direct the influx of traffic. Special bus and tram services will also be in operation, with local officials said to be expecting that the event will be bigger than the games staged during Euro 2012 in the city. Meanwhile, locals have also been warned to use public transport and to stay at home wherever possible to avoid significant delays. Crowds of supporters are expected to gather at a free fan festival at the market square situated in Wroclaw's historic old town leading up to the game, with the Conference League trophy set to be on display. The report comes just days after videos circulated widely on social media showed Manchester United supporters stranded at Bilbao bus station following their side's defeat to Spurs in the Europa League final. Fans attempting to reach Bilbao airport found there was no service on the city's metro, with some reportedly forced to trek across the Basque capital on foot in the early hours in order to make their departing flight.
