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England and Netherlands fans clash in Dortmund ahead of Euro 2024 semifinal game

Jul. 10, 2024 16:03 PM EDT

DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Five people were injured in clashes between fans of England and the Netherlands ahead of the Euro 2024semifinal game between the two teams on Wednesday, police said. More than 100,000 Dutch soccer fans were in Dortmund — which is close to the Dutch border...

German police believe man who climbed arena roof during Euro 2024 game was a would-be photographer

Jun. 30, 2024 11:17 AM EDT

DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — German police said Sunday they believe a man who scaled the roof of the stadium as Germany played Denmark at Euro 2024 was a would-be photographer and they have no evidence he intended to hurt anyone. Video shown by public broadcaster WDR appeared to show...

UEFA increases field-side security at Euro 2024 games after selfie-takers pursue Cristiano Ronaldo

Jun. 23, 2024 12:54 PM EDT

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Security will be increased field-side to stop fans getting to players at the European Championship after the problem peaked when at least six fans tried to get selfie photos with Cristiano Ronaldo. UEFA said Sunday “additional safety measures will be...

Fighting breaks out between Turkey and Georgia fans inside stadium at Euro 2024

Jun. 18, 2024 12:00 PM EDT

DORTMUND, Germany (AP) — Fighting broke out between fans of Turkey and Georgia inside Dortmund's Westfalenstadion ahead of the teams' European Championship match on Tuesday. The brawling took place at ground level in one corner of the stadium, with supporters seen throwing punches...