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Chris Slater

Man arrested over racist abuse at Man City v Atletico Madrid match as police probe 'Nazi salutes'

A man has been arrested on suspicion of hurling racist abuse at the Manchester City v Atletico Madrid game.

It comes as officers confirm they are investigating footage showing visiting fans performing what appeared to be Nazi salutes. The Blues' Champions League clash quarter-final clash against the Spanish giants at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night has been marred by accusations of racism and violence by the visiting 2,100 supporters.

A video shot by a City fan showed a number of opposition supporters on the second tier of the South Stand stood with their arms outstretched in front of them performing the salute, whilst waving a flag.

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