Tensions flare at Italy vs England as riot cops hit three Lions fans with batons
TENSIONS are running high in Naples tonight after English fans clashed with heavy-handed Italian police ahead of Euro 2024 Qualifier match between the two nations.
Footage posted to social media shows cops in riot gear use batons and riot shields on supporters outside the Diego Maradona Stadium as the crowds flocked in to watch the game.Italian riot cops were filmed clashing with fans ahead of England's Euro qualifier match in Naples tonight Fans could be seen raising their hands in an attempt to calm the situation and demonstrate that they were not being aggressive.One man, who was visibly angry, was spotted escorting a young boy through the crowd, shielding him with his arm and seeming to shout at anyone who came near them.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS
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