In Dortmund, Germany, five individuals sustained injuries in altercations between supporters of England and the Netherlands leading up to the Euro 2024 semifinal match scheduled for Wednesday, as confirmed by local authorities. The clash occurred amidst the anticipation of over 100,000 soccer enthusiasts, predominantly Dutch, many of whom were without tickets, gathering in Dortmund ahead of the highly anticipated game.
The U.K. Football Policing Unit, responsible for managing soccer-related violence involving British fans and currently stationed in Germany for the tournament, released a statement acknowledging reports and videos of disorder in Dortmund. The statement highlighted instances of Dutch fans instigating altercations with England supporters in bars, including attempts to seize flags, resulting in minor injuries to five individuals. Additionally, the presence of certain risk supporter groups from the Netherlands was noted, alongside the vast number of Dutch fans present to enjoy the match.
