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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Sport
Jim Manzon

World Cup Riots Hit London After Morocco's Loss to France as Hakimi Plays On With Rape Trial Looming

Morocco exit the World Cup as the first African nation to reach more than one quarter-final, a record sealed even in defeat (Credit: Dr. Maalouf/X)

Riot police clashed with crowds launching fireworks and throwing debris on London's Edgware Road late Thursday after France beat Morocco 2-0 in their World Cup quarter-final in Boston, with footage circulating online appearing to show one officer down on the road.

Hundreds of fans had packed the west London street, home to a large Middle Eastern and North African community, to watch the match. When the final whistle confirmed Morocco's exit, celebration curdled into confrontation as smoke filled the air and supporters climbed on traffic lights and passing vehicles.

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