Photo:Dimitris Lampropoulos/Anadolu Agency via GettyA Greek soccer fan has died after a massive brawl broke out between AEK Athens fans and supporters of Croatian club Dinamo Zagreb, theUEFA Champions League saidon Tuesday.According toCNN, more than 150 supporters of Croatia’s soccer team, ignoring a prior ban on traveling to Athens, drove into the Greek capital on Monday, where deadly physical fights broke out between the two fandoms outside of the Greek team’s stadium in Nea Philadelphia.The outlet reported that participants in the brawl used makeshift weapons, including stones, incendiary devices and sharp objects used as bats. Police made 98 arrests, mostly of Croatian fans.Dimitris Lampropoulos/Anadolu Agency via GettyThe Greek football fan who died from the injuries he sustained in the incident was 29 years old, according to theAssociated Press. AnInstagram tributefrom AEK identifies his first name as Michael. Doctors told the outlet he died from stab wounds.AEK Athens players and fans visited a tribute for Michael at the stadium. “Michael, forever in our hearts,” a translated caption from the club states.In a post honoring the fan, the club said, “Michael, AEK will never forget you! Exemplary punishment for the murderers and those responsible!“Per the AP, eight additional fans were injured in the brawl.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.According to CNN, Greek Minister of Citizen Protection Giannis Oikonomou issued a statement on Tuesday to express “sincere condolences to the relatives of the young man who lost his life unjustifiably.“Oikonomou told the outlet that seven police officers have already been let go from the department following the attack, with a possibility of additional firings as the investigation continues. He expressed major disappointment in the police for having “failed” to prevent and stop the clash.The match between AEK Athens and Dinamo Zagreb, originally scheduled for Tuesday, will now be played on Saturday, Aug. 19, the UEFA stated.
Photo:Dimitris Lampropoulos/Anadolu Agency via Getty
Dimitris Lampropoulos/Anadolu Agency via Getty
A Greek soccer fan has died after a massive brawl broke out between AEK Athens fans and supporters of Croatian club Dinamo Zagreb, theUEFA Champions League saidon Tuesday.According toCNN, more than 150 supporters of Croatia’s soccer team, ignoring a prior ban on traveling to Athens, drove into the Greek capital on Monday, where deadly physical fights broke out between the two fandoms outside of the Greek team’s stadium in Nea Philadelphia.The outlet reported that participants in the brawl used makeshift weapons, including stones, incendiary devices and sharp objects used as bats. Police made 98 arrests, mostly of Croatian fans.Dimitris Lampropoulos/Anadolu Agency via GettyThe Greek football fan who died from the injuries he sustained in the incident was 29 years old, according to theAssociated Press. AnInstagram tributefrom AEK identifies his first name as Michael. Doctors told the outlet he died from stab wounds.AEK Athens players and fans visited a tribute for Michael at the stadium. “Michael, forever in our hearts,” a translated caption from the club states.In a post honoring the fan, the club said, “Michael, AEK will never forget you! Exemplary punishment for the murderers and those responsible!“Per the AP, eight additional fans were injured in the brawl.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.According to CNN, Greek Minister of Citizen Protection Giannis Oikonomou issued a statement on Tuesday to express “sincere condolences to the relatives of the young man who lost his life unjustifiably.“Oikonomou told the outlet that seven police officers have already been let go from the department following the attack, with a possibility of additional firings as the investigation continues. He expressed major disappointment in the police for having “failed” to prevent and stop the clash.The match between AEK Athens and Dinamo Zagreb, originally scheduled for Tuesday, will now be played on Saturday, Aug. 19, the UEFA stated.
A Greek soccer fan has died after a massive brawl broke out between AEK Athens fans and supporters of Croatian club Dinamo Zagreb, theUEFA Champions League saidon Tuesday.
According toCNN, more than 150 supporters of Croatia’s soccer team, ignoring a prior ban on traveling to Athens, drove into the Greek capital on Monday, where deadly physical fights broke out between the two fandoms outside of the Greek team’s stadium in Nea Philadelphia.
The outlet reported that participants in the brawl used makeshift weapons, including stones, incendiary devices and sharp objects used as bats. Police made 98 arrests, mostly of Croatian fans.
The Greek football fan who died from the injuries he sustained in the incident was 29 years old, according to theAssociated Press. AnInstagram tributefrom AEK identifies his first name as Michael. Doctors told the outlet he died from stab wounds.
AEK Athens players and fans visited a tribute for Michael at the stadium. “Michael, forever in our hearts,” a translated caption from the club states.
In a post honoring the fan, the club said, “Michael, AEK will never forget you! Exemplary punishment for the murderers and those responsible!”
Per the AP, eight additional fans were injured in the brawl.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
According to CNN, Greek Minister of Citizen Protection Giannis Oikonomou issued a statement on Tuesday to express “sincere condolences to the relatives of the young man who lost his life unjustifiably.”
Oikonomou told the outlet that seven police officers have already been let go from the department following the attack, with a possibility of additional firings as the investigation continues. He expressed major disappointment in the police for having “failed” to prevent and stop the clash.
The match between AEK Athens and Dinamo Zagreb, originally scheduled for Tuesday, will now be played on Saturday, Aug. 19, the UEFA stated.
source: people.com
