Europa League: Everything that happened on 13-14 February

Football hooliganism has returned to the Europa League with a bang after a two-month break.

We’ve put together a brief overview of what happened in some European cities on 13 and 14 February. Check it out!


Kyiv, Ukraine

Eintracht Frankfurt hools clashed with a mob of Dynamo Kyiv hooligans in the Ukrainian capital on Wednesday ahead of the German side’s match with Shakhtar Donetsk in Kharkiv.

The fight took place on Khreshchatyk Street [Kyiv’s main thoroughfare] at around 10.30pm.

At least five people were injured as a result of the fight.


Roma, Italy

On Wednesday night, a group of Lazio hooligans attacked Sevilla fans at an Irish pub before their Europa League tie at the Olympic stadium.

Four people, including a Briton and an American citizen, were stabbed in the attack.

It is unclear whether the Briton and American were among the fans or tourists who were caught up in the attack.


Rennes, France

A scuffle broke out among rival groups of Betis ultras before their clash with French side Rennes on Thursday.

The fight was reportedly between members of the United Family and Supporters Gol Sur.


Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich and Napoli hooligans were involved in a series of clashes before Thursday night’s Europa League game at the Letzigrund Stadium.

There were no reports of any arrests or injuries.


Piraeus, Greece

Dynamo Kyiv fans were involved in a clash with Greek cops inside the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium prior to the kick off of their match against Olympiacos on Thursday night.

Cops, in full riot gear, were seen hitting supporters of the Ukrainian side with batons in the away section of the ground – it’s unclear what sparked the violence.

Three people were injured.

Dynamo Kyiv hooligans in Athens.

Dynamo Kyiv hooligans in Athens


Pilsen, Czech Republic

Dinamo Zagreb fans clashed with Czech cops before their team’s match against Viktoria Plzen.

The clashes was caused by a large group of Dinamo fans who attempted to break into the Doosan Arena without tickets.

Dinamo Zagreb fans clash with Czech cops before the match.

Several fans were led away in handcuffs following the disorder.

There were also reports of trouble involving fans from Croatia outside the ground during the match.

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