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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jacob Steinberg

West Ham identify fans in alleged attack on German radio reporters

West Ham's London Stadium before the Europa League semi-final first leg against Eintracht Frankfurt
West Ham have promised ‘indefinite bans’ for any supporters found guilty of attack which took place during match against Eintracht Frankfurt. Photograph: Andrew Fosker/Shutterstock

West Ham have said two supporters face indefinite bans if they are found to have attacked two German radio reporters during their side’s 2-1 home defeat by Eintracht Frankfurt in the semi-final, first leg of the Europa League on Thursday night.

The club have identified “two offenders” after Tim Brockmeier and Philipp Hofmeister, who were covering the game for German radio station ARD, were allegedly jumped on by home fans when Michail Antonio equalised for West Ham.

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