“Looks like a Warzone; No motive can justify it”- Twitter reacts as Frankfurt fans clash with local police ahead of UCL clash against Napoli
Napoli host Eintracht Frankfurt in the second leg of UCL Round of 16
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Eintracht Frankfurt fans were seen clashing with police upon arriving in Naples for the UCL Round of 16 second leg tie against Napoli. The away fans were banned from appearing for the second leg after the violent incidents that occurred during the first leg.
The fans took to the streets before the game as clashes between supporters of both clubs were noticed. A police car was seen being set on fire by hundreds of Frankfurt supporters. Smoke bombs were also reportedly thrown at officers.
In response to the riots, 800 cops have been deployed onto the streets to neutralize the chaos. Reportedly, Atalanta supporters have also joined the Frankfurt riots due to the rivalry between the two Italian clubs.
Authorities had initially banned anyone from Germany from purchasing tickets for the UCL knockout clash due to security concerns. However, upon appealing, anyone who was a resident or born in Frankfurt was allowed to buy tickets.
The first leg in Frankfurt ended up being a 2-0 win to Napoli. Even though Khvicha Kvaratskhelia missed a penalty in the first half, goals from Victor Osimhen and Giovanni Di Lorenzo helped the Italian side breeze past the Frankfurt based club.
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