Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Clashes erupted in France following Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory, resulting in over 400 arrests. Police deployed thousands of officers to manage the unrest, which included fireworks and injuries among law enforcement. This incident marks a continuation of football-related violence in the country, echoing similar events from the previous year.
- ▪More than 400 arrests were made across France after PSG's victory against Arsenal.
- ▪Police reported injuries among officers and significant damage to property during the celebrations.
- ▪Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez condemned the unrest as 'absolutely unacceptable'.
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Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations32 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleHarry SekulichBBC NewsWatch: Paris police fire tear gas in clashes with triumphant PSG fansClashes between football fans and police across France have led to more than 400 arrests following the victory of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the Champions League final against Arsenal.Thousands of officers were deployed to curb unrest that disrupted bus, train and rail services in the capital Paris.Fireworks and flares were set off, while several police officers were injured in the fray.
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