There were outbreaks of violence around the European Championship final in London. 19 police officers were injured. The English football association fights back against the racism of its own fans.
According to the authorities, 19 police officers were injured in arguments with fans on the sidelines of the final match of the European Football Championship between England and Italy. That was completely unacceptable, the police said on Monday morning via Twitter. Over the course of Sunday, 49 people were arrested for a variety of crimes. The police also thanked tens of thousands of fans who had behaved peacefully.
Before the European Championship final in London, numerous football fans tried to storm into Wembley Stadium and partially managed to do so. Videos showed brawls at the entrances to the stadium. In the inner city of the British metropolis, there was a partial state of emergency in the hours before the game. After the defeat of the English team, the police tried to break up the crowds in front of the arena. Beer bottles were thrown and songs against Italy were sung.
England’s federation is fighting against racism
After racist insults against the pros Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho who were unsuccessful in the penalty shootout in the European Championship finals, the English Football Association has defended itself. “The FA condemns all forms of discrimination and is shocked by the racism online targeting some of our England players on social networks,” said a statement circulated on Monday night.
“We couldn’t make it clearer that anyone behind such disgusting behavior is not welcome as a supporter of our team. We will do what we can to support the players affected while pushing for the toughest possible penalties for everyone. who is responsible, “the FA continued.
Police are investigating
According to the US news agency AP, the London police are investigating “offensive and racist” messages on social networks.
19-year-old Saka from Arsenal FC missed the last penalty in the lost final against Italy. Previously, Manchester United’s 23-year-old Rashford and 21-year-old Sancho had already missed. Only the first two marksmen in England met their attempts. Italy won the penalty shootout 3-2.
Sancho and Rashford were substituted on by coach Gareth Southgate just before the end of extra time. There was also criticism from TV experts from Germany.
The England national team went on one knee before every match at the European Championship to protest against racism and discrimination.
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