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National Police Foil Planned Clash at AtléticoEintracht Champions League Match in Madrid

Madrid’s police command led a coordinated multiunit operation targeting radical supporters before and during the game.

Overview

  • Officers prevented a prearranged fight near the Riyadh Air Metropolitano and identified more than 20 individuals linked to the plan.
  • Prohibited items were seized, including extendable batons, screwdrivers, balaclavas, mouthguards and anti-cut gloves.
  • Five sports-law reports were issued and five spectators were expelled from the stadium following pre-match checks and in-game controls.
  • Two traveling supporters were arrested on suspicion of a hotel burglary in the Centro district, with that case still developing.
  • The operation was coordinated by Madrid’s police headquarters and deployed UIP, canine handlers, Subsoil and Environmental Protection, Mobile Brigade, Provincial Information Brigade and Cavalry units.