Gelsenkirchen

2024 - 6 - 16

Chaos in Gelsenkirchen: England Fans Clash with Serbia Supporters Ahead of Euro 2024 Match

England - Euro 2024 - Football Fans - Gelsenkirchen - Serbia - Transport Chaos - Violence

Violent clashes and fan chaos erupt in Gelsenkirchen as England and Serbia supporters face off before their Euro 2024 showdown. Read more about the dramatic scenes here!

Chaos erupted in Gelsenkirchen as England and Serbia fans clashed violently before the highly anticipated Euro 2024 match. The city was engulfed in mayhem as hooligans from both sides clashed, leaving an England fan and a police officer injured. Videos circulating on social media captured the intense disturbances, with riot police rushing to contain the chaos in the city center.

Thousands of passionate England fans flocked to Gelsenkirchen in anticipation of the game, adding to the buzzing atmosphere. However, the excitement turned sour as clashes between fan groups escalated, resulting in a significant number of arrests. Tensions were high as the two rival fan bases threw tables and chairs, creating a scene reminiscent of a wild west saloon brawl.

The situation spiraled out of control as violence erupted on the streets, prompting a swift response from the authorities. Reports of traffic chaos and strained transportation systems added to the chaotic backdrop of the pre-match frenzy. England supporters faced long walks to the stadium, navigating through the disrupted city in their quest to support their national team.

As the dust settled in Gelsenkirchen, it became evident that the fan clashes had overshadowed the anticipation for the England-Serbia match. The tense atmosphere and violent incidents highlighted the challenges of managing large-scale sporting events amidst fervent fan rivalries. The authorities worked tirelessly to restore order and ensure the safety of all attendees, emphasizing the importance of responsible fan conduct in the heat of competition.

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Fans clash in Gelsenkirchen before England face Serbia in Euro ... (The Guardian)

An England fan and one police officer have been left with heavy head wounds after hooligans attacked a bar where Serbia supporters were drinking.

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Fans involved in violent scenes ahead of England-Serbia clash in ... (North Wales Chronicle)

Videos posted on social media showed disturbances in the centre of the city, with riot police deployed.

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Thousands of England fans descend on Gelsenkirchen ahead of ... (LBC)

Thousands of England fans have descended on Gelsenkirchen ahead of the national side's opening game against Serbia on Sunday night.

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Trouble in Gelsenkirchen before England v Serbia (Yahoo News Canada)

A number of arrests have been made before England's opening Euro 2024 game against Serbia, according to the UK Football Policing Unit.

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Serbia and England fans throw tables and chairs in violent mass ... (The Independent)

Two hundred German riot police rushed to break up the clashes, hours after officers shot a man in Hamburg for making threats with a pick axe near a fan ...

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Violent fan clashes in Gelsenkirchen before England's first match of ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

Violence broke out between England and Serbia fans in central Gelsenkirchen after football hooligans started a brawl on the streets of the German city.

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"A total mess": Football fans caught up in 'traffic chaos' across ... (Manchester Evening News)

There were reports of the tram system to the stadium in Gelsenkirchen becoming under 'serious strain', with many England supporters deciding to walk miles to ...

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"A total mess": Football fans caught up in 'traffic chaos' across ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Football fans have become caught up in 'traffic chaos' in Gelsenkirchen ahead of the England v Serbia match this evening (June 16).

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Trouble in Gelsenkirchen before England v Serbia (Yahoo News Australia)

A number of arrests have been made before England's opening Euro 2024 game against Serbia, according to the UK Football Policing Unit.

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Fan violence in Gelsenkirchen ahead of England's opening Euro ... (ITV News)

Watch the latest from ITV News - There were clashes between football fans on Sunday afternoon, in the build up to England's match against Serbia.

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Fans involved in violent scenes ahead of England-Serbia clash in ... (Clydebank Post)

Videos posted on social media showed disturbances in the centre of the city, with riot police deployed.

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Moment England & Serbia fans launch chairs in bloody clash ahead ... (The Sun)

TROUBLE flared before England's Euros curtain raiser against Serbia - leaving an English fan with blood pouring from a head wound.Sources at the sce.

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Fans involved in violent scenes ahead of England-Serbia clash in ... (Border Counties Advertizer)

Videos posted on social media showed disturbances in the centre of the city, with riot police deployed.

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Fans involved in violent scenes ahead of England-Serbia clash in ... (Gazette & Herald)

Videos posted on social media showed disturbances in the centre of the city, with riot police deployed.

Free Lions Fans' Embassy statement: Serious issues in ... (Football Supporters' Association)

Following the issues experienced by supporters at England's opening Euro 2024 game against Serbia last night, our Free Lions Fans' Embassy team have issued ...

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England fans caught up in Gelsenkirchen crush chaos slam 'worst ... (iNews)

Some fans opted to cross dual carriageways on foot or walk back to Gelsenkirchen, where further problems unfolded.

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England fans stranded in Gelsenkirchen for hours after Euro 2024 ... (The Sun)

ENGLAND fans were left stranded in Gelsenkirchen for up to three hours following the Three Lions' clash with Serbia last night.Gareth Southgate's side.

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England fan group criticises 'serious issues in Gelsenkirchen' over ... (The Athletic)

The Football Supporters Association (FSA) have criticised the “chaotic transport failures” and “negligent crowd management” that impacted England fans for ...

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Fans tell of travel chaos in Gelsenkirchen after England's 1-0 win ... (The Straits Times)

BERLIN – Fans complained of lengthy travel disruptions and crowded trains following England and Serbia's Euro 2024 game in Gelsenkirchen on June 16, which drew ...

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German efficiency? Euro 2024 trains are a shambles - and fans are ... (The Independent)

England fans experienced long delays and reported dangerous overcrowding as they tried to leave Gelsenkirchen following the 1-0 win over Serbia, ...

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England fans hit out at Uefa after travel chaos features 'dangerous ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

Normally a country renowned for its efficiency, Germany's rail chaos, prompting delays and long queues, left one young family in tears.

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Fans tell of travel chaos in Gelsenkirchen after England-Serbia game (New Straits Times Online)

BERLIN: Fans complained of lengthy travel disruptions and crowded trains following England and Serbia's Euro 2024 game in Gelsenkirchen on Sunday, ...

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England fans call for urgent action after Gelsenkirchen transport chaos (Morning Star Online)

AN ENGLAND fans' group has called for an “urgent and thorough review” of transport arrangements in Gelsenkirchen after chaotic scenes before and after ...

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